Meaning of Kavirayan

Kavirayan

Language - Urdu

Tamil Word - பொதுவாக ஜமீன்தார்கள் அல்லது பாலேகர்களுக்கு சேவை செய்யும் தமிழ் கவிஞர்களால் நடத்தப்படுகிறது

Held by Tamil poets, generally in the service of Zamindars or Palegars. Example: The 'Kavirayan' lands were granted to Tamil poets as a form of patronage for their literary contributions and services to the local rulers. This term highlights the historical tradition of supporting poets and artists through land grants, recognizing their cultural and social contributions.