Bama Faustina Soosairaj
- Born:
- 1958, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality:
- Indian
- Profession(s):
- Novelist, Teacher
Early Life and Education
- Born into a Dalit Roman Catholic family in Tamil Nadu.
- Educated in a convent school.
- Became a nun, later leaving the order to pursue her writing.
Career and Major Achievements
- Gained recognition for her autobiographical novel, Karukku.
- Worked as a teacher in a rural school.
- Became a prominent voice in Dalit literature.
Notable Works
- Karukku (1992) - An autobiographical novel detailing her experiences as a Dalit Christian woman and a nun.
- Sangati (1994) - A novel exploring the lives of Dalit women.
- Several short stories and essays on Dalit issues and feminist themes.
Legacy and Impact
Bama's work, particularly Karukku, provided a powerful and personal perspective on the experiences of Dalit women in India. Her writing has been instrumental in raising awareness of caste-based discrimination and has contributed significantly to Dalit literature and feminist discourse.