What do you understand by textual and non-textual orality in Indian folk tradition? What is oral-written continuum?
Introduction Indian folk traditions are rooted in orality—meaning they are passed from one generation to another through spoken word, songs, and performance. In folklore studies, orality is categorized into two types: textual and non-textual. These forms play a key role in preserving cultural knowledge, stories, and practices. Additionally, the concept of the “oral-written continuum” helps […]