The Seduction and Betrayal of Cat Whiskers is a comic satire that takes a winding course through the corridors of an institution of higher learning, using the comic lens to look at some of the flaws in the academia. What happens, for instance, behind the scenes in a major university? Who are the power brokers? What are the politics that operate in the system and at what different levels? How are appointments and promotions made? Is there any fair-play or justice? These are some of the questions raised in this play. It would not be an exaggeration to say that the problems highlighted here are found on almost all campuses, in India and abroad. The aim is not to target all academics, universities and colleges as corrupt but to take a peek at their not-so-pleasant side which, with a little effort and commitment, may be cured if we have the will to do so.
Manju Jaidka is a Professor at the Department of English and Cultural Studies, Panjab University, Chandigarh. A recipient of several international fellowships including a Fulbright Research Grant and two Rockefeller Fellowships, Professor Jaidka has several publications to her credit, including eight books of criticism, a play and a novel. She has travelled extensively, lectured at prestigious international institutions and is currently the Chairperson of the Chandigarh Sahitya Akademi.
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