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VOL. 10, ISSUE 4 (2025)
The silent ranks: An analysis of the emotional world of Indian army wives
Authors
Ankita Kohli
Abstract
This paper examines the complex emotional landscape of Indian Army wives,
a group collectively known as the "Silent
Ranks." Through a qualitative analysis grounded in phenomenological
inquiry, this study explores the profound dichotomy between their public façade
of stoic resilience and their private emotional struggles. The research
identifies the unique socio-cultural and institutional factors—including the
deployment cycle, frequent relocations, the culture of "izzat" (honour), and the insular
cantonment life—that shape their emotional experiences. Findings reveal that
their resilience is an active process of emotional labour involving the
consistent suppression and management of fear, anxiety, and loneliness. This
paper argues that the strength of the Silent Ranks, while admirable, often
comes at a significant personal cost, necessitating a paradigm shift in
institutional and societal support towards acknowledging and addressing their
unseen psychological burdens.
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Pages:62-64
How to cite this article:
Ankita Kohli "The silent ranks: An analysis of the emotional world of Indian army wives". International Journal of Academic Research and Development, Vol 10, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 62-64
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