Memory in South Asian Literature

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What is the primary focus of the course on Memory in South Asian Literature?

The memorization techniques of South Asian students

The preservation of art forms in the Indian context

The emphasis on international literature's influence on South Asia

The study of memory from historical, political, and technological perspectives (correct)

Which events are primarily studied in the course regarding memory and national history?

Crucial events in the political histories of India and South Asia during the twentieth century (correct)

Cultural events from the protest movements in the 21st century

Economic reforms that have shaped South Asia since the 1990s

Religious texts and their interpretations throughout South Asian history

What pedagogical methods are explored in the course for narrating significant events?

Oral history methods exclusively

A combination of literary and non-literary practices, alongside digital tools (correct)

Mathematical methods for analyzing literary texts

Only digital storytelling methods

What type of course is 'Memory in South Asian Literature' classified as?

Open Elective Signup and view all the answers

How many total contact hours does the course have?

40 Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the learning outcomes related to memory models that students will achieve in this course?

Understand the embedded and extended models of memory at cultural levels Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following outcomes refers to the political analysis of remembrances and forgetting of events?

Analyze the political implications of remembrances and forgetting of national events Signup and view all the answers

What level of Bloom's taxonomy does the outcome related to the mediation of memories fall into?

Analysis Signup and view all the answers

Which topic is associated with the understanding of trauma and affect theories?

Processes, Selections, and Retentions Signup and view all the answers

Which course outcome is focused on the use of technology in memory preservation?

Correlate technology and digitalization in preservation of cultural memories Signup and view all the answers

In which unit is the topic of the 1947 Partition discussed?

1947 Partition and Cultural Memory Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of memory mentioned in the course outcomes?

Neurological Memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Unit I in this course?

The study of personal, collective, and cultural memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the weightage of the mid-term evaluation component in the overall assessment?

25% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following components is assessed with the highest weightage?

End Term Signup and view all the answers

In the evaluation model, which component contributes to the course outcomes CO4 and CO5?

Seminar Presentation Signup and view all the answers

What are the course outcomes assessed in the second quiz?

CO2 and CO3 Signup and view all the answers

Which of these texts focuses on the themes of memory and nationalism?

Memory, Nationalism, and Narrative Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Samanth Subhramanium’s work 'This Divided Island'?

The ongoing conflict in Sri Lanka Signup and view all the answers

In which unit is the topic of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre discussed?

Unit IV Signup and view all the answers

What type of materials are included in the 1947 Partition Archive mentioned in Unit V?

Archival records of Partition Signup and view all the answers

Which film addresses the themes of memory and displacement related to Partition?

Bhag Milkha Bhag Signup and view all the answers

Which author’s work focuses on the creation of Bangladesh?

Anam Zakaria Signup and view all the answers

What themes are highlighted in Freny Manecksha’s 'Behold I Shine'?

Narratives of Kashmir’s women and children Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the Indian Memory Projects as mentioned in Unit V?

Archival collections on partition Signup and view all the answers

Which film is associated with the memorialization of conflict zones?

Haider Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Overview

Course Title: Memory in South Asian Literature
Code: HSS-4201
Type: Open Elective (OE)
Total Contact Hours: 40 (L: 3, T: 0, P: 0, C: 3)
Year: 1, Semester: Odd
Prerequisite: None

Learning Objectives

Examine the significance of 'memory' in the South Asian context.
Explore historical, political, and technological perspectives of memory.
Focus on narrative processes that preserve and reconstruct historical events.
Discuss literary and non-literary practices for archiving cultural memories.

Course Outcomes (COs)

CO-1: Recognize models of memory at cultural levels.
CO-2: Understand experiential qualities of memory.
CO-3: Analyze political implications of remembrance and forgetting.
CO-4: Analyze cultural trajectories in memory mediation.
CO-5: Utilize technology for the preservation of cultural memories.

Course Structure

UNIT – I: Memory and its Studies

Memory Types: Distinct personal, collective, and cultural aspects.
Trauma and Affect Theories: Examine processes of memory selection and retention.
Memory Representations: Study narratives through various media.

UNIT – II: 1947 Partition and Cultural Memory

Partition Representations: Analyze textual and media portrayals.
Key Texts:
- Urvashi Butalia’s "The Other Side of Silence."
- Mallika Ahluwalia’s "Divided by Partition, United by Resilience."
- Aanchal Malhotra’s "Remnants of a Separation."

UNIT – III: Historical Events of South Asia and Remembrances

Sri Lanka War: Readings from Samanth Subhramanium’s "This Divided Island."
Bangladesh Creation: Excerpts from Anam Zakaria’s “1971: A People’s History.”
Kashmir: Narratives from Freny Manecksha’s "Behold I Shine."

UNIT – IV: Images and Cinematic Memorialization

Films:
- "Sardar Udham": Focus on Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.
- "Bhag Milkha Bhag": Themes of Partition displacement.
- "Haider": Memorialization of conflict zones.

UNIT – V: Archives, Memory Projects, and Technological Tools

Memory Projects: Indian Memory Projects and Partition Archive.
Archival Materials: Explore resources at Partition Museum and National Archives.
Cookbooks of South Asia: Examine visual and textual representations in memory and migration.

Evaluation Model

Quizzes (10% each): Focus on foundational concepts and historical contexts (CO1, CO2, CO3).
Seminar Presentation (15%): In-depth exploration of media and memory projects (CO4, CO5).
Mid Term (25%): Comprehensive assessment on initial units (CO1, CO2, CO3).
End Term (40%): Cumulative analysis of all course topics (CO1-CO5).

Additional Resources

Select NPTEL lectures and various web sources on Indian and South Asian histories.

Reference Books

Cultural Memory Studies by Erll and Nünning: An interdisciplinary handbook.
Unclaimed Experience by Cathy Caruth: Exploring trauma and narrative.
Trauma and Memory by Peter A. Levine: Guide to traumatic memories.
Memory, Nationalism, and Narrative by J Edward Mallot: Contemporary analyses in South Asia.

Notes

Regular class participation and engagement with multimedia resources are essential for a comprehensive understanding of the course themes.

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Description

Explore the rich narratives and themes of memory within South Asian literature in this open elective course. Engage with various texts and understand how memory shapes cultural stories and identities. This course is designed for first-year students in an odd semester, providing an enriching perspective on regional literature.