Computational Approaches to Revitalize Maithili Literature - Bridging Tradition and Technology

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10.2991/978-94-6463-787-8_21How to use a DOI?

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Cultural evolution; Maithili literature; Morphological Analysis; NLP; Sentiment Analysis

Abstract

Maithili literature, with its origins traced back to the 7th century AD, represents a vital cultural and linguistic tradition that has evolved through centuries of socio-political and cultural transformations. This paper delves into the comprehensive evolution of Maithili literature, categorizing its development into three distinct eras—early, middle, and modern. Through an analysis of seminal works, including VarṇaRatnākara by Jyotirishwar Thakur, Padāvali by Vidyapati, and Payasvini by Surendra Jha, the study explores the intricate interplay of historical events, linguistic evolution, and literary creativity that shaped Maithili literature across these periods.

The research extends beyond traditional literary analysis by integrating contemporary computational linguistics, offering a novel interdisciplinary approach to the study of Maithili texts. Utilizing recent advancements in Natural Language Processing (NLP) for low-resource languages, the study highlights applications such as sentiment analysis, named entity recognition, and morphological analysis in the context of Maithili literature. This computational perspective not only facilitates deeper insights into the thematic and stylistic nuances of classical texts but also underscores the potential of technology in preserving and enhancing access to Maithili’s literary heritage.

Moreover, the study addresses the challenges associated with computational modeling of Maithili, including the scarcity of annotated datasets, limited digital resources, and linguistic complexities unique to the language. It outlines innovative methodologies to overcome these barriers, emphasizing the creation of linguistic resources, digitization of classical texts, and development of domain-specific NLP tools. By bridging the gap between computational techniques and traditional literary scholarship, this paper aims to foster interdisciplinary research and promote the global recognition of Maithili literature. Ultimately, the findings underscore the transformative potential of leveraging technology to preserve, study, and celebrate the richness of Maithili’s literary tradition while paving the way for future innovations in the field.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Anu Priya
AU  - Md. Irfan Alam
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/07/17
TI  - Computational Approaches to Revitalize Maithili Literature - Bridging Tradition and Technology
BT  - Proceedings of the Recent Advances in Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development (RAISD 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 245
EP  - 255
SN  - 1951-6851
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-787-8_21
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-787-8_21
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