Kannada Kaadambari (Novel) History and Literary Movements

These flashcards cover the definition, characteristics, key authors, and influential works of the Kannada novel through the Navodaya and Pragathisheela periods.

Kaadambari

A prose literary genre that narrates a long story involving personal experiences, characters, and complex social backgrounds.

Characteristics of a Novel

Key elements including plot narration (Vastu Nirupane), characterization (Patra Chitrana), arrangement of situations (Sanniveshagala Jodane), and individual style (Riti/Shaili).

1892-1920

The significant period marking the first phase and early development of the Kannada novel.

Indira Bai

Commonly considered the first modern Kannada social novel, written by Gulvadi Venkata Rao in 1899.

M.S. Puttanna

A prominent early-stage novelist known for works such as "Maadalada Magu".

Sriranga

A writer whose 1934 novel "Vishwamitra" brought modern Navodaya (Renaissance) characteristics to the Kannada novel genre.

Chomana Dudi

A landmark novel by Shivarama Karanth that focuses on the struggles and life of a Dalit protagonist.

Shivarama Karanth

A titan of the Kannada novel world known for diverse works like "Bettada Jeeva", "Marali Mannige", and "Muraidi Mooru Hejje".

Navodaya Period Writers

Major literary figures including Kuvempu, Masti Venkatesha Iyengar, V.K. Gokak, and Shivarama Karanth who pioneered modern narrative styles.

A.N. Krishna Rao (Ananakru)

A leader of the Pragathisheela (Progressive) movement who authored approximately 113 novels, including "Udayaraaga" and "Sandhyaraaga".

Pragathisheela Movement

A progressive literary movement focusing on social issues, politics, and the realities of common city and rural life.

Chirasmarane

A historically significant novel by Niranjana that depicts the role of the people of Kerala in the freedom struggle.

Kuvempu's Masterpieces

"Kanooru Heggadithi" and "Malegalalli Madumagalu", which are renowned for their vivid depiction of life in the Malnad region.

Poornachandra Tejaswi

A significant later-period writer known for novels like "Karvalo" and "Chidambara Rahasya" that explore complex philosophical and environmental themes.

Udayaraaga and Sandhyaraaga

Novels by A.N. Krishna Rao that respectively depict the lives of artists and musicians.