Democracy and secularism in the literary and media landscape
National Seminar on Democracy and Secularism in the Literary and Media Landscape Our college successfully organized a National Seminar on “Democracy and Secularism in the Literary and Media Landscape” with the aim of examining the significant role played by literature and media in shaping democratic values and promoting secular ideals in contemporary society. The seminar brought together scholars, media professionals, researchers, and students from various institutions across the country. The sessions highlighted how literary works and different forms of media act as powerful tools for social awareness, critical thinking, and public discourse. Eminent speakers discussed the representation of democracy, freedom of expression, pluralism, and secularism in literary texts, journalism, cinema, and digital media. The discussions also addressed challenges such as media ethics, misinformation, and the responsibility of writers and media practitioners in a democratic society. Paper presentation...