Humanities and languages
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Metaphysical Concepts in Sangam Tamil Poetry and their Echoes in Modern Dalit Writings
This study undertakes an extensive exploration of metaphysical constructs in Sangam Tamil poetry (c. 300 BCE–300 CE) and examines how these ontological themes reverberate in selected works of modern Dalit writers. By employing both a close…
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Multilingualism and Language Loss in North-Eastern Indian Villages
This study delves deeply into the intertwined phenomena of multilingualism and language attrition in rural villages across Northeast India, offering a nuanced account of both the drivers and lived experiences of language shift. Building on established…
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Linguistic Assimilation vs. Resistance: A Study of Tamil Diaspora in Malaysia
This study offers an in-depth examination of the linguistic assimilation and resistance strategies employed by the Tamil diaspora in Malaysia prior to 2020. Situated within broader debates on heritage language maintenance, identity negotiation, and socio-political integration,…
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The Utilization of Instagram as a Medium for Disseminating Information Regarding Independent Music is Exemplified by @richmusiconline
Rich Music by Reach & Rich utilizes Instagram as a medium for the dissemination of information concerning independent music.The objective of this study is to ascertain the use of Instagram as a medium for independent music…
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Print vs. Television: Trust in Regional Language News Among Elderly Voters in Tamil Nadu
This study investigates the comparative levels of trust that elderly voters in Tamil Nadu place in print media versus television news broadcasts in their regional language, Tamil. Given India’s media plurality and the pivotal role of…
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SMS Language in Regional Scripts: A Study of Code-Mixing Trends in Early Mobile Communication
Since its inception, Short Message Service (SMS) has radically transformed daily communication by enabling instantaneous, concise text exchanges. In multilingual societies such as India, SMS served not only as a rapid messaging tool but also as…