Abstract

This paper will study the portrayal of female characters in cartoons with special reference to Shin Chan and Doraemon. Through a feminist critique, the paper would discuss how gender bias is perpetuated through the gender roles assigned to the characters in these shows. Gender discrimination is perpetuated by such external factors and consolidated by the children’s communication with their friends and classmates. This paper endeavours to examine how different stereotypes of gender are pushed through the veil of “child entertainment” via the cartoons and how these issues can be addressed.

Highlights

  • Gender discrimination or inequality can be seen in various spheres - from personal to professional

  • This paper will study the portrayal of female characters in cartoons with special reference to Shin Chan

  • Shin Chan and Doraemon are Japanese cartoon series which are exceedingly popular among the children across the world

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Introduction

Gender discrimination or inequality can be seen in various spheres - from personal to professional. The stereotypical representation of the gender roles shown on television can be seen being reinforced by parents at home, friends in playgrounds, peers and classmates in school and even teachers.

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