The provided text contains excerpts from a book titled "Some Thoughts on Societal Change," including its bibliographical data, which notes the author as Thenmozhi Somasundaram and the publication date as April 1989 in Tamil. The majority of the text consists of various addresses and speeches, primarily concerning the TRC Youth Wing in Singapore, often referencing seminars, conferences, and the organization's growth. Several of these speeches specifically mention the "Moral Duty of Advisors" to nurture new leadership and the significant increase in the youth wing's membership. The sources thus offer an overview of the organizational structure, activities, and ethos of a Singaporean Indian youth movement in the late 1980s.
This collection of sources centers around a "2nd Singapore Tamil Literature Seminar Conference" that occurred on Saturday, June 20th, 1987, focusing on the theme of "Progressive Thinking in Tamil Literature." The documents include advertisements and congratulatory messages from various businesses and individuals, alongside schedules for the seminar panels discussing concepts of progress in Tamil literary works. Additionally, there are lists of publications by TRC Youth Wing and a detailed history of Singapore Tamil book development from 1887-1987, outlining key works and their publishers. The combined materials offer a snapshot of Tamil literary activities and supporting community businesses in Singapore during the late 1980s.
This document is a Tamil poetry collection titled "Muthirai" by M. Gunasagaran (Manivannan), published in 1984 by Singapore Thamizhar Peravai. The text includes various sections, such as an introduction, author's note, and poems covering themes like motherhood, Singapore, desires, life, human nature, friendship, and love. It also contains an acknowledgment to the Singapore Thamizhar Peravai for their support in promoting Tamil literature and the Singapore News and Publication Vendors Association for assistance with sales. Overall, the source highlights the cultural efforts to foster Tamil language and literature in Singapore.
The provided documents offer insight into the Tamil Youth Seminar and the Educational Assistance Programme (EAP), both initiatives of the Tamils Representative Council (TRC). One document highlights the "Half-Decade in Community Upliftment" from 1982 to 1986, celebrating the EAP's achievements in education, including details on volunteer needs and program costs. The other document is the seminar proceedings from the 2nd Tamil Youth Seminar in 1985, indicating the TRC's focus on youth engagement and intellectual discourse. Together, these sources demonstrate the TRC's commitment to educational advancement and community development within the Tamil population, utilizing various programs and events to achieve its goals.
This document is a collection of Seminar proceedings from the Second Tamil Youth Seminar, held in 1983. It appears to be published by Ilayar Mandram, which translates to the Tamils Representative Council, indicating its focus on Tamil youth affairs. The cover features both Tamil and English titles, suggesting a broad reach for its content.
The publication likely contains papers or discussions from the seminar,
Edited by Ms S. Valli.
This compilation, "Victory of Youth," published in January 1986 by the Tamils Representative Council Youth Wing, presents a collection of four plays, primarily in Tamil with some English information. The first play, also titled "Victory of Youth," focuses on challenges faced by young people, emphasizing the importance of **social service and cultural development. The second and third plays, "Viduthalai" (Liberation) and "Raja Gopuram" (King's Tower), explore themes of **Tamil identity, struggle against oppression**, and historical pride. Finally, "Ethiroli" (Echo) addresses the **impact of parental expectations on youth** and the search for individuality. The overall collection appears to be a **cultural and educational effort aimed at inspiring youth within the Tamil community in Singapore.
This PDF contains a Tamil-language play titled "Oru Neruppu Theepamagirathu," authored by R. Pugazhenthi. It was published in April 1987 by the Tamil Representative Council Youth Wing in Singapore. The document includes credits for the literary division and publishing team, along with a foreword and a publisher's note introducing the themes of the play, which appears to revolve around relationships, societal expectations, and personal truths. The majority of the document consists of the play's script, formatted with dialogue and scene indicators.
This compilation, "Where Are We Going?", is the fourth volume in the Singapore Youth Literature Series and a Youth Drama Collection. Published in December 1986 by the Tamils Representative Council's Youth Wing (Illayar Mandram), it features four Tamil plays. The plays explore various societal issues and encourage reflection on youth concerns within the Tamil community in Singapore. The collection includes works by Sitra Gandhi, Kavir Manivannan, R. Jeyavani, and Dr. A. Veeramani, each contributing a unique theatrical perspective.
This source is a publication titled "Young Peoples Thoughts," published in April 1987 by the Tamil Representative Council Youth Wing in Singapore. The document features a table of contents listing various articles and poems, suggesting it is a collection of literary works. The content explores diverse themes including the importance of character development, the impact of environment, ancient wisdom, the nature of reality, and societal issues like poverty, conflict, and the role of women, often contrasting traditional and modern perspectives. The source also includes discussions on notable figures such as the poet Bharathiyar and the epic "Silapathikaram," emphasizing their enduring relevance.
This collection of excerpts appears to be a Tamil-language literary work, specifically a book titled "Beautiful Heart" by R. Pandiyan, published in December 1986 by the TRC Youth Wing, Tamils Representative Council in Singapore. The book contains short stories as indicated by the table of contents listing titles such as "Doctor's Father," "Family Head," "Illusions," and "Rainy Reasons." Several pages feature narrative text, suggesting the inclusion of a variety of fictional pieces within this singular publication.
This collection, "Two Ends (Youth Drama Collection)", is a publication from the Tamil Representative Council Youth Wing in Singapore, with a first edition released in April 1987. The book features several dramatic works, including "Two Ends" by S. Vimala, "The Clear Mind" by students from Tampines Junior College, "Such a World Too" by So. Malarvizhi, and "The New Woman Bharathi Saw" by Selvantharam. These dramas appear to explore various themes relevant to youth, reflecting the cultural and social perspectives of the Tamil community in Singapore during that period. The Tamil Representative Council itself was established in 1952 and plays a significant role in promoting Tamil language and culture, as indicated by its efforts in education and community engagement.
This document provides an overview of the 1st Singapore Tamil Literary Seminar, organized by the TRC Youth Wing (Tamils Representative Council). It features a program schedule for the seminar, including various sessions like special papers, receptions, and workshops focusing on Tamil literature. The source also includes a comprehensive list of Tamil literature publications from Singapore, detailing titles, authors, page counts, publishers, and publication years, offering a historical record of literary works. Additionally, the document contains acknowledgements and advertisements from various businesses and individuals, indicating the sponsorship and community support for the event. The material highlights the efforts to promote and discuss Tamil literary works within Singapore.