Thiruvalluvar is widely regarded as the greatest poet of the Tamil language, known for his work 'Thirukkural', a collection of 1330 couplets covering various aspects of life.

Rabindranath Tagore became the first Indian to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913, recognized for his profound literary works, including 'Gitanjali' and 'The Home and the World'.

Rasa is a genre of Indian literature that emphasizes the emotional experience of the reader or audience. It focuses on evoking specific emotions through the use of language, imagery, and symbolism.

The Ramayana is an ancient Indian epic poem attributed to the sage Valmiki. It tells the story of Lord Rama, his wife Sita, and their journey through life, including their struggles and triumphs.

Premchand is widely regarded as the father of modern Hindi literature. He is known for his realistic portrayal of Indian society and his exploration of social and political issues through his works.

Salman Rushdie is an Indian author known for his works such as 'Midnight's Children' and 'Shame'. His writings often explore themes of identity, history, and migration.

Gitanjali is a collection of short stories by Rabindranath Tagore that won him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. It consists of 103 poems that explore themes of love, loss, and spirituality.

Arundhati Roy is an Indian author known for her works such as 'The God of Small Things' and 'The Ministry of Utmost Happiness'. Her writings often explore themes of social justice, environmentalism, and human rights.

The Rigveda is an ancient Indian text that contains hymns and philosophical teachings. It is considered the oldest of the four Vedas, the sacred texts of Hinduism.

R. K. Narayan is an Indian author known for his works such as 'Malgudi Days' and 'The Guide'. His writings often explore the lives of ordinary people in small-town India.

Kuyil Pattu is a collection of poems by Subramania Bharati that is considered a masterpiece of Tamil literature. It consists of 100 poems that explore themes of love, nature, and patriotism.

Jhumpa Lahiri is an Indian author known for her works such as 'The Inheritance of Loss' and 'Interpreter of Maladies'. Her writings often explore the experiences of Indian immigrants in the United States.

The Mahabharata is an ancient Indian epic poem attributed to the sage Vyasa. It is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, along with the Ramayana.

Aravind Adiga is an Indian author known for his works such as 'The White Tiger' and 'The Lowland'. His writings often explore themes of social inequality and economic disparity.