Abolition of Caste and Abolition of Alcohol in Udumalai Narayanakavi Songs

Abstract

Udumalai Narayanakavi is a great lyricist. Rationalist thinker. In his songs, he clearly mentioned humanity and the values of life. It is noteworthy that the ideas of social reform prevailed in his thought-provoking songs. The way he recorded his strong views on society in his songs sets him apart from other poets. From time to time, luminaries and wise men have worked hard to eradicate caste and alcoholism. Nevertheless, Periyar’s policies inspired them to abolish them and reform the people. Udumalai Narayanakavi, who followed Periyar's ideals, used his rational thoughts in his movie screen songs. Through this, he was actively engaged in removing the social weeds of caste and alcohol which had been prevalent among the people. Udumalai Narayana Kavi, a multi-faceted and socially conscious person, has been praised and appreciated for his use of his songs as a tool to make people aware of the evils of caste, alcohol, etc., and the need to eradicate them. This article narrates Udumalaiyar's impressions about caste and alcohol in the songs of the film that reach out to the people easily.