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Folk literature, also called folklore or oral tradition, is the lore (traditional knowledge and beliefs) of cultures having no written language. It is transmitted by word ofmollth and consists, as does written literature, of both prose and verse narratives, poems and songs, myths, dramas, rituals, proverbs, riddles, and the like.
Proverbs, riddles, and sayings are integral components of Indian folk literature, serving as concise expressions of folk wisdom, cultural values, and social norms. These linguistic forms are transmitted orally from generation to generation, embodying the collective experience and worldview of Indian society.
Folk literature represents the oral and written expressions of a culture, passed down from generation to generation through informal channels. It encompasses a wide array of narratives, songs, rituals, and other forms of artistic expression that reflect the beliefs, values, and experiences of a community.
This unit aims to have a detailed study of the motifs, modes and mores present in A. K. Ramanujan’s folktales. Folktales are used as a vehicle to transport the culture of a society to the readers. This unit presents a brief note on the writer and the cultural aspects of the select stories of Ramanujan.
• evaluate the significance of myths, legends and folk tales; • understand the differences between myths, legends and folktales; and • know more about the cultural value of India through folklore studies.
Introduction. Folklore is the reflection of one’s culture that brings to light the traditional beliefs, myths, folktales, and practices of the people that have been passed through the generations by word of mouth.
10 sie 2020 · This paper deliberates on various aspects of the Indian Folk literature regarding its connection with the development of regional vernacular literature in India. Keywords: Folk...
