Women’s Agency in Aṅkuṟunūṟu

ஜங்குறுநாற்றில் பெண்சார் இயங்கியல்

  • S Premalatha Ph.D. Research Scholar, Tamil Department Bharathiar University, Coimbatore
Keywords: Women’s Agency, Aṅkuṟunūṟu, Sangam Literature, Social Conduct, Female Characters

Abstract

Ancient Tamil literature serves as a clear reflection of Tamil life and culture. Literary works document both individual and societal life at multiple levels, functioning as a continuous chain of observations. These works evolve according to the time and social context while incorporating various customs and practices. This article aims to examine how female characters operate and assert their presence in Aṅkuṟunūṟu, highlighting the roles and agency of women in Sangam society

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Published
2017-07-01
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Articles