Discuss Girish Karnad’s engagements with myth, history and folktale. 

Girish Karnad, one of India's most prominent playwrights, has made significant contributions to Indian folk literature, particularly through his engagements with myth, history, and folktales. His works delve deep into these domains, reinterpreting and reimagining ancient narratives in ways that make them relevant to contemporary concerns. Karnad's approach to myth, history, and folk tradition is not just a simple retelling of old stories; it is a complex re-examination of their social, cultural, and political implications.

### Engagement with Myth

Karnad's engagement with myth is perhaps best exemplified in his plays where he draws upon the rich tapestry of Indian mythology to explore complex human emotions and societal structures. In plays such as *Tughlaq* (1964), *Hayavadana* (1971), and *Nagamandala* (1988), Karnad takes elements of traditional myths and reinvents them, highlighting their contemporary relevance.

One of the most notable plays in this regard is *Hayavadana*, where Karnad brings to life the mythological story of the headless man. The play is based on a folk tale from the *Kathasaritsagara* (a Sanskrit text), which features a character, Hayavadana, who seeks a resolution to his incomplete state—half-human and half-horse. In the play, Karnad challenges the notion of identity, body, and the soul by blending the _____ ______ ________ __________ _______ ________ ______ ________ ________ __________.
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