Exploring Cultural Intersections: National Seminar on English Literature and Indian Heritage

 

Exploring Cultural Intersections: National Seminar on English Literature and Indian Heritage

The Department of English Studies and Research at Jagdish Saran Hindu Postgraduate College (JSHPG College), Amroha, is proud to announce a two-day National Seminar exploring the profound connections between global English literature and India's rich civilizational legacy.

Taking place in a Hybrid Mode on 16-17 May 2026, this seminar is sponsored by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh.

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Theme: English Literature as an Interface of Indian Cultural Heritage: Past, Present, and Future

Indian cultural heritage—encompassing its epics, philosophy, and spirituality—has long influenced the literary imagination of the West. From the impact of the Upanishads on writers like Thoreau and Emerson to the modern globalization of Indian Writing in English (IWE) by authors like Salman Rushdie and Arundhati Roy, this seminar examines how the English language has become a medium for cultural assertion and intellectual dialogue.

The event aims to foreground India's evolving role as Vishwaguru in civilizational and ethical discourse while providing a platform for scholars to engage with contemporary interdisciplinary domains.

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Key Sub-Themes for Discussion

Scholars and students are invited to present papers on topics including, but not limited to:

• Indian Literary Traditions: Mythology, folklore, and civilizational values in modern literature.

• Growth of IWE: From colonial frameworks to the age of globalization and canon formation.

• Subcontinental and Diaspora Studies: Exploring memory, migration, and identity in South Asian writing.

• Posthumanism and Digital Humanities: Technology, AI, and digital subjectivity in literature.

• Social Justice: Analyzing caste, class, gender, and the voices of Dalit and tribal communities in literature.

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Important Deadlines

• Abstract Submission: 14 May 2026.

• Full Paper Submission: 15 May 2026.

• Seminar Dates: 16-17 May 2026.

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Registration and Participation

We cordially invite faculty members, research scholars, students, and literary enthusiasts to participate in this academic deliberation.

Registration Fees:

• Students: ₹200

• Research Scholars: ₹500

• Academicians: ₹800

Payment Details: Registration can be completed via online bank transfer or UPI.

• Bank: State Bank of India, J.S. Hindu Degree College

• Account Number: 33994851831 | IFSC: SBIN0018146

• Registration Link: Click here to register

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About the Organizers

Jagdish Saran Hindu Postgraduate College was established in 1960 and currently serves nearly 11,000 students, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The Department of English Studies and Research is dedicated to fostering linguistic and analytical excellence through modern teaching methodologies.

Convenor: Dr. Rajan Lal Co-Convenor: Dr. Mohammad Tariq

For further inquiries, please contact the convenors at rajanlal634@gmail.com or via WhatsApp at 7017723445.