Environment Aspects in Moondraam Ulagappor Novel

Abstract

"Moondram Ulaga Por" is a novel written by the Great Poet Vairamuthu on Global warming and its threats. It was chosen as the best novel among the World Tamil novels by Dutto Sri Soma Trust and was awarded a cash prize of 10,000 American Dollars. The novel throws light on the ill effects of population explosion, materialism, modernism, excessive use of automobiles which pollutes the environment. Karuthamayee, Ishimoora, Chinnapandi and Emily are the main characters of the novel. Karuthamaayee is introduced as a proud farmer and he is depicted as a familiar character from our neighbourhood. Chinnapaandi is an efficient young man who has been graduated in Agriculture. He inspires the youngsters of his village with his knowledge and vigour. The writer tries to implore the readers by emphasizing on the fact that discipline and environmental sustainability are possible only if there is change individual's behaviour. The writer produces statistical evidences thereby creating awareness to the selfish society. This article focuses on the eco-critical reading of the novel as environmental sustainability is the need of the hour and more over it is the social responsibility of each and every individual.