A Brief Survey of Indian Nationalism in the Novels of R. K. Narayan.

Autor: Siddiqui, Shakeba Jabeen, Shukla, Hemant Kumar
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Zdroj: Language in India; Jul2012, Vol. 12 Issue 7, p213-222, 10p
Abstrakt: In the present investigation, Narayan's views on nation and nationalism are being assessed and a critical appreciation is offered. His novels subtly portrayed the issues raised and faced by the people in India during the Freedom Struggle. Mass movements of the Freedom Struggle along with an empathic writing in favor of Gandhian thoughts are presented. Through his novels, Narayan tried to raise the then major national issues, which are still relevant. He wrote in favour of the Three Language Formula as a national language. The novelist wrote in agreement with Gandhian thoughts in his novels. One can enjoy the fragrance of Indian ethics, values, and culture throughout his novels. The present investigation is an attempt to bring to the surface those ideas which remained deeply-rooted in him throughout his life. Certain constraints Narayan faced in his publishing career are also pointed out at the end. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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