Metric Analyzer for Kannada Verse Using Rule-Based Approach

Abstract

Metrical poetry in any language is called Chandassu ( ). It generates rhythm to poem when the predefined metric rules are properly followed. The classification of Chandassu is done with the help of syllables known as Laghu ( ), Guru (....) and Gana (..). The proposed metric analyzer for Kannada verse is a rule-based teaching and learning tool devised to identify and classify the Chandassu of input Kannada poem. This tool also contains an exercise module to test the level of understanding of learners about metric analysis. Accuracy obtained by the proposed system is very good.