The Bookmark Readers’ Club Meeting Highlights Indian Knowledge Systems at SACAS

The Department of English organised the sixth meeting of The Bookmark, the Readers’ Club, in association with the National Digital Library of India (NDLI) on 24 December 2025 at the Digital Library of S. A. College of Arts & Science. The programme focused on strengthening reading habits, enhancing literary appreciation, and developing critical thinking skills among students.

The session featured brief presentations on selected literary works rooted in Indian Knowledge Systems, reflecting India’s rich intellectual, cultural, and philosophical traditions. Participants discussed themes, characters, and perspectives from diverse genres, followed by interactive open discussions that encouraged critical engagement and interpretative thinking.

The meeting also provided a platform for faculty and students to share their reading experiences, fostering a vibrant culture of dialogue and collaborative learning. The discussions enabled participants to draw connections between texts and contemporary contexts.

The programme aligned with SDG 4: Quality Education, promoting inclusive and lifelong learning through literary engagement. The session was well received and effectively reinforced the Readers’ Club’s mission of nurturing a sustained interest in reading and reflective literary analysis.