S. P. Dubey English Studies

Model Dissertation/ Project for B. A Semester IV (English)  Translation in Indian Society: A Comparative Study of  Rabindra Nath Tagore’s The Home and the World and  Premchand’s Nirmala Abstract This dissertation investigates the multifaceted role of translation in shaping Indian society through a comparative study of The Home and the World by Rabindranath Tagore and Nirmala by Munshi Premchand. It argues that translation in the Indian context operates not merely as a linguistic transfer but as a complex act of cultural negotiation, ideological framing, and socio-political reinterpretation. The study situates both texts within the broader discourse of colonial and postcolonial India, where translation played a crucial role in disseminating regional literatures to wider national and global audiences. By examining themes such as nationalism, gender dynamics, and social reform, the dissertation highlights how translation reshapes narrative voice, cultural nuance, and ...

  In the Floods - Introduction   “In the Floods” (originally “Vellapokkathil” ), written in 1935 and translated into English by  P.P. Raveendran , is a powerful short story by Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, one of the most prominent writers of Malayalam literature. The story based is based on the author's personal experiences during the Great Flood of 1924 in Kerala .  The story is set in the flood-prone rural areas of Kerala and vividly portrays the devastating impact of natural disasters on human life. Through a simple yet deeply moving narrative, the author highlights themes of survival, human suffering, and social inequality. The story is especially known for its emotional focus on a helpless dog that is left behind during the flood, symbolizing abandonment and the harsh realities of life. Thakazhi uses realism and sensitivity to depict not only the physical destruction caused by floods but also the moral and emotional dilemmas faced by people in times of cr...