Evolution of Indian English Literature: A Comprehensive Review
Keywords:
Indian English writers, review, works of literatureAbstract
After India’s independence, the nation underwent a profound cultural shift, with English being the de jure official language. It is possible that the first works of Indian literature published in English originated with a new generation that became more proficient in the English language than their native tongue. Because of this phenomenon, many studies have been conducted on the growth and impact of Indian English authors. There are three primary parts to this review: first, a survey of the relevant literature; second, an analysis of the works of well-known Indian authors who have written in English; and third, a discussion of the sociocultural backdrop of India as it pertains to these writers. This study aims to examine the evolution of Indian English literature and the scholarly discussion around it in great detail.
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