Indian Writing in English
Course Code: A/ENG/502/MJC-10 | Semester 5
Suggestion 2026 by PKG SIR
UNIT I: Novels
R.K. Narayan: The Man Eater of Malgudi
➤ Character of Nataraj: Analyze the character of Nataraj as a mild-mannered printer. How does he contrast with Vasu? 10 Marks
➤ The Title: Discuss the significance of the title The Man Eater of Malgudi. Who is the real 'man-eater'? 10 Marks
➤ Vasu: Sketch the character of Vasu. Discuss him as a symbol of evil or a 'Rakshasa' in modern society. 10 Marks
➤ Humor and Irony: Discuss R.K. Narayan's use of humor and irony in the novel. 10 Marks
➤ Theme: Analyze the central theme of the conflict between good and evil (Sattva vs Tamas) in the novel. 10 Marks
➤ Setting: Discuss the role of Malgudi as a setting in the novel. 10 Marks
Anita Desai: Fire on the Mountain
➤ Character of Nanda Kaul: Discuss the character of Nanda Kaul. Why does she seek isolation in Carignano? 10 Marks
➤ Theme of Isolation: "Loneliness is the central theme of the novel." Discuss with reference to Nanda Kaul and Raka. 10 Marks
➤ Nanda Kaul vs Raka: Compare and contrast the characters of Nanda Kaul and her great-granddaughter Raka. 10 Marks
➤ Imagery: Analyze the symbolism of 'Fire' in the novel. What does the ending signify? 10 Marks
➤ Ila Das: Sketch the character of Ila Das. How does her tragedy affect the narrative? 10 Marks
➤ Narrative Technique: Discuss Anita Desai’s narrative technique and psychological realism in the novel. 10 Marks
UNIT II: Poetry
H.L.V. Derozio: Selected Poems
➤ The Orphan Girl: Critically appreciate the poem "The Orphan Girl." How does Derozio depict social apathy? 10 Marks
➤ Freedom to the Slave: Discuss "Freedom to the Slave" as a celebration of human liberty and dignity. 10 Marks
➤ Derozio as a Poet: Assess H.L.V. Derozio as the first modern poet of Indian English literature. 10 Marks
➤ Themes: Discuss the themes of pathos and freedom in Derozio's poetry prescribed in your syllabus. 10 Marks
➤ Romanticism: Trace the elements of Romanticism in Derozio's "The Orphan Girl." 10 Marks
➤ Imagery: Analyze the imagery used by Derozio in "Freedom to the Slave." 10 Marks
Kamala Das: Selected Poems
➤ My Grandmother's House: Attempt a critical appreciation of "My Grandmother's House." Discuss the theme of nostalgia. 10 Marks
➤ Confessional Poetry: Discuss Kamala Das as a confessional poet with reference to the poems prescribed. 10 Marks
➤ The Anamalai Hills: Analyze the imagery and themes in the poem "The Anamalai Hills." 10 Marks
➤ Love and Loss: How does Kamala Das explore the themes of love, loss, and longing in "My Grandmother's House"? 10 Marks
➤ Autobiographical Elements: Discuss the autobiographical elements in Kamala Das's poetry. 10 Marks
➤ Comparison: Compare the mood of "The Anamalai Hills" with "My Grandmother's House." 10 Marks
Nissim Ezekiel: Selected Poems
➤ Enterprise: Discuss "Enterprise" as an allegory of human life and the journey for truth. 10 Marks
➤ Soap: Critically analyze the poem "Soap." How does Ezekiel use humor and observation in this poem? 10 Marks
➤ Indian English: Discuss Ezekiel's use of 'Indian English' and common speech patterns in his poetry (e.g., in "Soap"). 10 Marks
➤ Satire: Evaluate Nissim Ezekiel as a satirist with reference to the prescribed poems. 10 Marks
➤ Title: Justify the title of the poem "Enterprise." What is the final realization of the pilgrims? 10 Marks
➤ Modernism: Discuss the modernist elements in Nissim Ezekiel’s poetry. 10 Marks
UNIT III: Short Stories
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