Course description: This module aims at introducing Tamil prose such as short story, novel and drama in relation to form, content, techniques, themes like social justice, feminism, realism and social reforms in Tamil Nadu. An in - depth study of an author’s creative writings based on historical, cultural and social contexts focusing on works in Tamil starting from the 19th century to date will form part of the module. An in-depth study of selected texts with focus on techniques, style, themes related to various socio-political movements in Tamil Nadu during the pre- independence and post -independence periods will be part of the module for the short story.
- Teacher: Dr Uma Allaghery