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“Raja Oedipus (The King Oedipus)” translated/adapted by Ravikant Joshi is based on the classical Greek tragedy Oedipus Rex by Sophocles. The play tells the story of King Oedipus, who seeks to save his kingdom from a devastating plague by discovering the cause of the people's suffering. As he investigates, he gradually uncovers the shocking truth that he himself has unknowingly fulfilled a prophecy by killing his father and marrying his mother. The drama explores the conflict between human will and destiny, the search for truth, and the tragic consequences of ignorance and pride. Oedipus's journey from a respected ruler to a broken man makes the play one of the greatest tragedies in world literature.

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