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142212 UE Unpacking Masculinity: Exploring Narratives of Men in Nepali Literature (2023W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 14 - Orientalistik, Afrikanistik, Indologie und Tibetologie
Continuous assessment of course work
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Details

Language: English, Nepali

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Thursday 05.10. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 12.10. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 19.10. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 09.11. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 16.11. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 23.11. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 30.11. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 07.12. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 14.12. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 11.01. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 18.01. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34
  • Thursday 25.01. 08:10 - 09:40 Seminarraum 5 ISTB UniCampus Hof 4 2C-O1-34

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

In every society, there are certain fixed cultural and behavioural criterias for ‘what does it mean to be a man’ and ‘what does it mean to be a woman’ by masculinity. Today these definitions and gender roles are being challenged, especially through feminism and gender equality measures. This class aims to focus on observing man’s or other gender sentiments against this hegemonic masculinity. The predominant use of violence by men is only one facet of gendered power, which includes the domination of men in family, society, relationships, and official authority. We need to ask ourselves whether men themselves and others also suffer from it. If so, how have they suffered? What problems and challenges do they face? To answer these questions, we will read selected personal narratives by different Nepali writers from male and LGBTQ community. The aim of our class will be to discover the personal narratives in Nepali literature that answer our above questions and uncover the traditional, social and cultural mind set of the Nepali society regarding the gender roles. We will witness the challenges and sufferings faced by the protagonists of our selected texts and the changes the modern time has brought in contemporary society. As secondary sources we will also consult relevant newspaper articles, some interviews and other audiovisual sources.

Assessment and permitted materials

The class meetings are divided into close reading, discussion and formal lecturing. It is absolutely necessary that all students engage with the weekly reading in order to participate in the class discussions. Regular participation and a sound knowledge of Nepali are strictly demanded for the course. Final examination asks students to respond to questions pertaining to the class readings.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

The final grade will be calculated as follows: class attendance, reading text preparation and participation 20%, final written exam 25%, home works 10%, oral discussion in the class 10%, an essay of 2, 500 words (in Nepali) on a given topic by the end of the semester 25% and an oral presentation on given topic in the class 10%.
The final grading will be done according to the following guideline: very good (100-91%), good (90-81%), satisfactory (80-66 %), adequate (65-50%), unsatisfactory (<50%).

Examination topics

Reading list

Association in the course directory

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