New Forms of Publication and Women's Voices
Explore the emergence of new literary forms like novels and lyrics, and understand how print provided a platform for women to read, write, and share their experiences and perspectives.
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Explore the emergence of new literary forms like novels and lyrics, and understand how print provided a platform for women to read, write, and share their experiences and perspectives.
Key Questions
- Analyse how print culture influenced the lives and education of women in 19th-century India.
- Explain the significance of works by authors like Rashsundari Debi and Pandita Ramabai.
- Compare the themes and concerns addressed in literature written by men and women during this period.
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