THE STUDY OF PSYCHOLOGY TRAUMA AND HYPOCRISY OF CHARITY IN CHARLES DICKENSS OLIVER TWIST

The English writer Charles Dickens was known for his work as a novelist, journalist, short story writer, and social critic. He was the creator of some of literatures most well-known fictional characters, and many consider him to be the greatest novelist of the Victorian era.Charles Dickenss era witnessed significant changes in children and social reality due to the Industrial Revolution and the prevalent socio-economic conditions. Due to widespread poverty, a significant number of children were required to work in factories, mines, and as chimney sweeps.The increase in orphans and homeless children was due to diseases, poor living conditions, and high mortality rates among adults. The harsh conditions of many children living on the street or in workhouses caused high child mortality rates, as well as inadequate medical care, poor nutrition, and unsanitary living conditions. Overcrowded urban areas experienced a spike in diseases such as cholera, typhus, and tuberculosis. Oliver Twist is notable for its unflinching depiction of the underbelly of Victorian society and its criticism of social institutions that fail to protect the vulnerable. Dickenss vivid characterizations and dramatic storytelling make the novel both a compelling narrative and a powerful social commentary. So the Aim of this research paper is focussing on Hypocrisy of charity, Psychological Trauma, Social Reform. Dickens criticises the institutions meant to aid the poor, like the workhouse system, which often caused more harm than good. The psychological impact of poverty, abuse, and neglect on individuals, especially children. Highlighting the need for societal change and the impact of social reform movements on improving conditions for the poor.