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A Comparative Analysis of Kasaragod Marathi and Native Marathi:
Exploring Kinship

Dr. G. Anjaneyulu and Saranya T.

Abstract

The paper deals with “A Comparative Analysis of Kasaragod Marathi and Native Marathi: Exploring Kinship Terms” and the Marathas represent a tribal community predominantly residing in the Kallar and Panathadi panchayats located within the Kasaragod district, the northernmost district of Kerala. They are also present in regions such as Coorg, Madikkeri, and Sullia in Karnataka. The majority of their settlements are situated in the eastern hills of the Kerala district. The Marathas communicate using a language known as Marathi, which lacks a written script and differs from the Marathi language spoken by the people in the state of Maharashtra, India. The primary aim of this study is to investigate the kinship terms used in the Marathi language and determine whether there are any similarities with the indigenous Marathi kinship terms in Maharashtra. The objectives of the study are as follows:

1. To conduct a comprehensive examination of the similarities and differences between Kasaragod Marathi and native Marathi, with a specific focus on the distinct characteristics and variations in kinship terms used within the Marathi language spoken in the Kasaragod region. This analysis aims to shed light on the unique aspects of kinship terminology in Kasaragod Marathi and its divergence from the native Marathi language.

2. To investigate the influence of the Malayalam and Kannada languages on Kasaragod Marathi. It aims to identify the specific linguistic features that have been influenced by these neighbouring languages.

3. To investigate the impact of migration on the Kasaragod Marathi language, specifically focusing on the phenomenon of word loss or lack of words as a result of migration. This objective aims to identify the specific linguistic challenges faced by the Kasaragod Marathi-speaking community due to migration, including the loss or reduced usage of certain words or expressions, and how this has influenced the overall language vitality and preservation efforts in the community.

Keywords: Kasaragod Marathi and Native Marathi, Exploring Kinship terms, Comparative Study.

1.1. Marathi Language

Marathi is an Indo-Aryan language spoken in Maharashtra by the Marathi people. It serves as the official language of the Maharashtra state and is recognized as one of the twenty-two scheduled languages of India. Additionally, Marathi holds the status of an additional official language in Goa. The Devanagari script is utilized for writing in Marathi. Among the Indo-Aryan languages, Marathi exhibits the closest linguistic affinity with eastern Hindi. Like Hindi, Marathi has undergone changes in its inflectional system, no longer relying on a significant portion of its inflectional forms to indicate case. Instead, post-positions are employed to fulfill the role that inflection once served. The Marathi language also has different dialects, such as those based on geographical areas, communities, and generations. The script used for Marathi is the Devanagari script. The language consists of fourteen vowels, thirty-six consonants, and two sound modifiers.

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Dr. G. Anjaneyulu
Assistant Professor
Department of Linguistics
Central University of Karnataka
anjaneyulughana@cuk.ac.in

Saranya T.
Dept. of Linguistics
Central University of Karnataka
sharanyasharukvm@gmail.com
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