Rotti vs. Roti: Why regional identity matters in literature | Deepa Bhasthi

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In this insightful segment, International Booker Prize-winning translator Deepa Bhasthi explains her "radical" technique of translating with an accent. She discusses why she refuses to use "Pan-Indian" terms like Roti or Dhoti, choosing instead to preserve the specific linguistic geography of Karnataka through terms like Akki Rotti and Panche. Deepa shares her experiences pushing back against editors and dictionaries to ensure that the English she uses isn't just "correct," but is instead honest to the culture it represents. Thank you for watching our video! You can subscribe to our channel here: https://bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit https://www.thehindu.com/ for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps: Android: https://bit.ly/3nboBEi iOs: https://apple.co/3EDCwt4 The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested intere

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