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CIU Journal ISSN (Print): 2664-0457 ISSN (Online): 2664-0465 CIU Journal (Chittagong Independent University Journal), a double blind peer-reviewed journal, is published in hard and soft forms in December every year. However, a submission is welcomed any time of the year. CIU journal promises to an esteemed outlet for showcasing high-quality research related to all branches of contemporary knowledge – natural sciences, social sciences, liberal arts, engineering, business and law. The CIU journal is destined to advance the contemporary theoretical and empirical knowledge through publication and dissemination of innovative research articles to the scholarly community with special emphasis on Bangladesh and other emerging economies of the world. Thus, the CIU Journal is multidisciplinary in scope and is open to all research methods including qualitative, quantitative and mixed approaches. The CIU Journal publishes empirical papers, conceptual papers, review papers, case studies, research notes, practitioners’ perspectives and book reviews.

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    Symbolic Narratives in Motion: Rickshaw Painting as Art in Chattogram, Bangladesh
    (CIU Journal, 2023-12-01) Abu Suan and Shah Ahmed
    This article explores the artistic value of the treasured world of rickshaw painting in the commercial capital of Bangladesh, Chattogram and aims at demonstrating its essential role in representing Bangladeshi art and culture as an intangible cultural heritage. Utilizing a mixed-method approach, the study discusses over twenty paintings gathered from Chattogram's (one of Bangladesh's major cities) streets. This academic initiative provides a window into the conscious and the unconscious of the rickshaw artists and rickshaw pullers, and a practical lens for understanding the cultural significance of rickshaw painting as art, reaffirming its timeless and widespread impact. The article reveals findings that accentuate the cultural and psychological depth within these paintings, highlighting their beauty and elegance as symbolic narratives that go bevond mere aesthetics. The research demonstrates that rickshaw paintings act as a cultural mirror, reflecting the rich heritage of Bangladesh. It surpasses a surface-level exploration, emphasizing that these artistic and symbolic representations are more than fleeting images; rather, they are enduring reflections of Bangladeshi identity that transcend temporal and spatial boundaries. This article contributes to scholarly discussions, especially in cultural studies by reaffirming the symbolic narratives and lasting artistic significance of rickshaw painting in Chattogram.
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