தமழனபன கவதகளல சமதயம / Society in the Poetry of Thamilanban

From the past to the present day, Tamil poets have contributed to the social progress by writing poems. Contemporary Tamil poetry engages with the social issues such as women’s suffering, the transformative power of education, political corruption and collective human tragedies. They elevate these themes as central code of the poems. Poetry is a social medium that seeks the right voice for these struggles. In Tamil Nadu Tamilanban is one of the distinctive voices who exemplified social consciousness and reformation. Tamilanban’s poetry stands out for its keen criticism on the inequities and its firm commitment to social justice. His works depict the suffering of the people and interrogates its structural roots, such as gender oppression, educational deprivation and political problems. By talking such issues in his poetry, he connects the gap between art and activism. The poet’s ability to solve complex social dilemmas ensures his voice with the large audience. This article examines how Tamilanban’s poetry as a means for social change. His verses serves as a mirror of life and points out the social flaws. It works as a medium for disseminating critical thought among the Tamil literary audience. His poems reaffirm the enduring capacity of Tamil to inspire social reflection and reform. Hence, the article studies on Tamilanban’s poetry that highlights the social situation and transformation.