Lo(k)Cal Knowledge: Perceptions on Dalit, Tribal and Folk Literature

This book aims to analyze the different aspects of dalit, tribal and folk literature, with special reference to India. Focusing on the literature of the marginals, it examines the nature of dalit and tribal literature by making critical assessment of literary works of Laxman Gaikwad, Basudev Sunami, C. K. Janu and Narayan.

Further focusing on folk traditions, it deals with the folktales of Raj Bora Sambar, performative traditions of the Gondas and nature of Adivad folktales. Finally, it explores the place of English language in indigenous pedagogic practice. The importance of folklore and folktales for English language education has also been highlighted.