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1. S. B. Gardi Department of English
M. K. Bhavnagar University

Presentation on “Newspeak The Term in
1984 Novel”

Prepared by Kusum J. Sarvaiya

2. Prepared by Kusum J. Sarvaiya
Roll no. : 17
Sem : 2
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Batch : 2023-25
Paper no. : 107
Paper Name: The Twentieth Century Lit.:From World war 2
to the End of Century
Submitted to : S. B. Gardi Department of English, M. K.
University Bhavnagar
Date : 06/04/2024
Email : [email protected]

3. TABLE OF CONTENTS
●Introduction

●Overview of Novel

●Definition, Origin

●Features of Newspeak

●Newspeak and Contemporary Media

●Conclusion

4. Introduction :

“1984" by George Orwell portrays a dystopian society ruled by a totalitarian
regime led by Big Brother. The novel follows Winston Smith, who rebels against the
Party's oppression. Set in the fictional superstate of Oceania, Orwell explores themes
of surveillance, censorship, and the loss of individual freedom. Through its chilling
depiction of a world where reality is controlled and manipulated, "1984" serves as a
timeless cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked government power.

Newspeak, the official language of Oceania, is designed to limit freedom of
thought and expression, aiming to control the minds of the citizens by restricting their
vocabulary and eliminating concepts deemed threatening to the party's power. It
embodies the manipulation and oppression pervasive throughout the novel's society.
Courtine,

5. Question :


What is newspeack and is it reflect the themes like totalitarian control,
manipulated language and loss of individual freedom? also examin parallels between
newspeack and present media.

6. Overview of Novel

"1984" by George Orwell presents a chilling vision of a
totalitarian society where individuality is suppressed, and
government control is absolute. Set in the fictional superstate
of Oceania, the novel follows Winston Smith, a disillusioned
Party member who rebels against the oppressive regime led
by the enigmatic Big Brother. Through pervasive surveillance,
propaganda, and manipulation of language through
Newspeak, the Party maintains its grip on power. As Winston
navigates the treacherous landscape of Oceania, he grapples
with the loss of personal freedom and the struggle to
maintain his own identity. "1984" serves as a stark warning
about the dangers of authoritarianism and the erosion of
fundamental human rights.

7. Definition and Origin :

●. Definition : propagandistic language marked by euphemism,
circumlocution, and the inversion of customary meanings.

●Etymology : Newspeak, a language "designed to diminish the
range of thought," in the novel 1984 (1949) by George Orwell

●Newspeak is the language created by the government of
Oceania. It is mainly a simplified version of English that takes
away people's ability to express complex thoughts and ideas.

●The term newspeak was coined by George Orwell in his 1949
anti-utopian novel 1984. (Stamper)

8. Features of Newspeak :

❏Limited Vocabulary

❏Simplified Syntax

❏Elimination of Ambiguity

❏Political Propaganda

❏Restricted Communication

❏Constant Evolution
(Lang)

9. Newspeak and Contemporary Media :

Putting Newspeak and contemporary media on one stage underscores the importance
of vigilance against language manipulation and propaganda in all forms of
communication. While contemporary media operates within a democratic framework
where freedom of speech and press freedom are valued, the parallels with Newspeak
serve as a cautionary reminder of the dangers of unchecked power and the importance
of defending against attempts to control language and manipulate public opinion.

The situation of contemporary media shares some similarities with the concept of
Newspeak from George Orwell's novel "1984," particularly in terms of language
manipulation, propaganda, and narrative control. izilgüne(Kşler)

10. Incorporating the term "godi media" highlights the ongoing debates and criticisms
surrounding media manipulation, bias, and narrative control in contemporary
society.Most of the Indian media houses which are completely biased and working in
the interest of the current ruling government are called Godi media.Sahaf

12. Conclusion :

The concept of Newspeak serves as a cautionary tale, reminding us of the
dangers of unchecked power and the importance of defending against attempts to
control language and manipulate public opinion. In today's media landscape,
language manipulation, propaganda, and the creation of echo chambers are evident,
challenging individuals to critically evaluate the information they consume and seek
out alternative voices.

13. Resources :





●Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "newspeak". Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Dec. 2023, https://www.britannica.com/art/newspeak .
Accessed 1 April 2024.
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14. ●Sahaf, Muskaan Fayaz. “What is Godi Media and top Godi Media anchors?” Ground Report, 17 May 2023,
https://groundreport.in/what-is-godi-media-and-top-godi-media-anchors/. Accessed 1 April 2024.
●(Stamper)Stamper, Joshua. “Newspeak Definition & Meaning.” Merriam-Webster,
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/newspeak. Accessed 1 April 2024.

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