The Dynamics of Indian Culture in English Writings: Scholarly Discourses and Reflections (original) (raw)

2024, Library Progress International

This paper investigates the complicated factors that shape the depiction of Indian culture in English works. This analysis focuses on the relationships between Indian traditions, sociopolitical settings, and literary representations. The research takes an interdisciplinary approach, delving into how scholars and authors interact with Indian culture, navigating its multifarious complexities, paradoxes, and transformative processes. This study aims to highlight the issues faced by modern nations, attributing them to the importance of adopting other cultural frameworks through a meticulous scrutiny of select literary works, critical essays, and scholarly discourses, this research endeavors to shed light on the evolving perceptions of Indian culture within the domain of English literature, thereby accentuating its enduring relevance and profound influence. Furthermore, a critical study of the modern terrain of cultural studies is offered, with a special emphasis on its adaptation in today's technologically enhanced milieu. The paper argues that the continued existence of cultural studies as a distinct field is dependent on a thorough assessment of the institutional and material conditions that sustain its practice. Finally, the paper emphasizes the transforming power of culture in today's world, highlighting festivals, fairs, and educational programs as key drivers of social inclusion, community empowerment, and capacity development. Furthermore, these cultural phenomena are recognized for their benefits to increasing people's self-esteem, encouraging civic pride, and cultivating tolerance in society.