Translations of Indian literature presented at KazNU
The presentation of the first books-translations of Indian writers was held in Al-Farabi KazNU. The event was organized within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals, as well as on the occasion of the 90th anniversary of the University and the 25th anniversary of the Department of Indology (Hindi) of the Faculty of Oriental Studies.
The presentation of books-translations is organized in order to acquaint Kazakh readers with works of famous authors in Hindi language. The project is implemented on the basis of the "Quality Education" program.
The event was attended by Consul of the Embassy of India in Almaty Mr. Suapnil Kkhota Mr. Suapnil Khotavade, Head of the Department of World Literature of the National Library of the Republic of Kazakhstan Salima Tuyakova, Cultural Worker of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Director of the Center of Indian Classical Dance and Yoga Akmaral Kaynazarova, Dean of the Faculty of Oriental Studies Natalia Em, Senior Lecturer of the Department of BW&SA, Indologist Zaure Iskakova, Head of the Department of Indology, PhD Symbat Ismagulova, Head of the Department of BW&SA Dariga Kokeeva and others.
The heritage of Indian literature has cultural and historical significance. It reflects the diverse and vibrant traditions, languages, and experiences of the Indian subcontinent. The works cover a wide range of genres, including ancient scriptures such as the Vedas and Upanishads, classical epics such as the Ramayana and Mahabharata, and contemporary works by renowned authors such as Rabindranath Tagore, R.K. Narayan, and Arundhati Roy.
The books "Grandmother's Tales: A Century of Early Marriage" by Razipuram Krishnaswami Narayan and "Indian Folk Tales" by Mani Shankar Mukherjee were presented at the event.
Razipuram Krishnaswami Narayan is one of India's most famous writers. His works are mostly written in simple language and with a lot of humor. "Stories of a Grandmother" by R.K. Narayan is a semi-autobiographical story about the courage of a traditional young South Indian woman, Bala, who sets out alone to find her wayward husband, Vishwa, in the second half of the nineteenth century. In his collection Indian Folktales, Mani Shankar Mukherjee has collected stories of sacrifice, courage, power, deception, and righteousness that provide a broad insight into India's rich cultural heritage.
The event was organized by the Middle East and South Asia Department, Faculty of Oriental Studies, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University.
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