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    The document provides a synopsis for the play "Measure for Measure" by William Shakespeare. It discusses the central theme of hypocrisy and puritanism in the play. The play is set in Vienna, where the Duke entrusts his power to Angelo while leaving the city. However, Angelo proves to be hypocritical when he sentences Claudio to death for impregnating his fiancée, despite having engaged in similar acts himself. The play also follows Isabella, Claudio's sister, and how Angelo offers to pardon Claudio if Isabella sleeps with him, highlighting the corruption of those in power. Ultimately, the Duke returns in disguise and exposes the hypocrisy in the city

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    The document provides a synopsis for the play "Measure for Measure" by William Shakespeare. It discusses the central theme of hypocrisy and puritanism in the play. The play is set in Vienna, where the Duke entrusts his power to Angelo while leaving the city. However, Angelo proves to be hypocritical when he sentences Claudio to death for impregnating his fiancée, despite having engaged in similar acts himself. The play also follows Isabella, Claudio's sister, and how Angelo offers to pardon Claudio if Isabella sleeps with him, highlighting the corruption of those in power. Ultimately, the Duke returns in disguise and exposes the hypocrisy in the city

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    The document provides a synopsis for the play "Measure for Measure" by William Shakespeare. It discusses the central theme of hypocrisy and puritanism in the play. The play is set in Vienna, where the Duke entrusts his power to Angelo while leaving the city. However, Angelo proves to be hypocritical when he sentences Claudio to death for impregnating his fiancée, despite having engaged in similar acts himself. The play also follows Isabella, Claudio's sister, and how Angelo offers to pardon Claudio if Isabella sleeps with him, highlighting the corruption of those in power. Ultimately, the Duke returns in disguise and exposes the hypocrisy in the city

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    The document provides a synopsis for the play "Measure for Measure" by William Shakespeare. It discusses the central theme of hypocrisy and puritanism in the play. The play is set in Vienna, where the Duke entrusts his power to Angelo while leaving the city. However, Angelo proves to be hypocritical when he sentences Claudio to death for impregnating his fiancée, despite having engaged in similar acts himself. The play also follows Isabella, Claudio's sister, and how Angelo offers to pardon Claudio if Isabella sleeps with him, highlighting the corruption of those in power. Ultimately, the Duke returns in disguise and exposes the hypocrisy in the city

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    DR.

    RAM MANOHAR LOHIYA NATIONAL


    LAW UNIVERSITY

    ENGLISH- II
    SYNOPSIS

    SUBMITTED TO SUBMITTED BY

    Dr. Alka Singh Manpreet Singh


    Assistant Professor Enrollment No.- 220101101
    (ENGLISH) B.A. LLB. (Hons.)
    Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National 2nd Semester, Section- ‘B’
    Law University 2022-2023
    TITLE-
    Play review - “Measure for Measure: A satirical play of hypocrisy and puritanism”

    AIM OF THE PROJECT


    The researcher intends to find out the following during the course of research:
    i ) To establish the relevance of theme of the play in contemporary society. i i ) To
    understand the justice delivery system of then society.

    CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
     Introduction
     Introduction about play wright
     Central theme of the play
     Measure for measure: A problem play or a comedy
     Introduction of characters of theplay
     Summary of the play
     Social and legal issues in the play
    1. Liberty and restraint.
    2. Law and punishment
    3. Marriage laws and customs
    4. Power and authority
    5. God's deputy
    6. Justice and mercy
     Relevance in contemporary society
     Critical analysis
    PLAYWRIGHT
    William Shakespeare occupies a unique position the literature world, whose plays,
    written in the late 16th and early 17th centuries for a small repertory theatre, are now
    performed and read more often than ever before.

    ABOUT THE PLAY


    "Measure for Measure" is a satirical play written by William Shakespeare that
    explores themes of hypocrisy, puritanism, and power dynamics. The play takes place
    in Vienna, where the Duke of Vienna decides to leave the city and entrusts his power
    to Angelo, a strict and moralistic deputy. However, Angelo quickly reveals himself to
    be a hypocrite when he sentences Claudio to death for impregnating his fiancee,
    despite having engaged in a similar act himself.
    The play also follows the story of Isabella, Claudio's sister, who is about to become a
    nun. Angelo offers to pardon Claudio if Isabella agrees to sleep with him, creating a
    power dynamic that highlights the corruption of those in positions of authority. The
    play ultimately concludes with the Duke returning to Vienna disguised as a friar,
    exposing the hypocrisy and corruption of those in power, and restoring justice to the
    city.
    The play is a commentary on the moral hypocrisy of society and how it often leads to
    the abuse of power. Shakespeare uses satire and irony to critique the puritanical values
    of his time, while also exploring the complexities of human desire and the corrupting
    influence of power. "Measure for Measure" remains a relevant and thought-provoking
    play that challenges audiences to question their own beliefs and values.

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