• Dr. Sukesh Kumaradas

Postcolonial literature reflects opposition to colonisation. In Malabar, early resistance was led by the Mappilas, supported by the Zamorins. Religious leaders framed the movement as a jihad against the Portuguese, but its importance extended beyond its religious context. Most existing research in this area is essentially reconstructions based on Portuguese and British sources, which inherently carry colonial biases. Furthermore, there is a substantial body of native literature in Arabic and Arabic-Malayalam that has recently come to light but remains underutilized. This paper's objective is to survey the material produced by the Mamburam Thangal family and emphasize the perspectives of these indigenous authors. This familial lineage gave rise to two distinguished individuals who ardently endeavoured to confront the looming spectre of foreign hegemony. Throughout their relentless struggles, they found solidarity amongst the marginalized strata of society, for they had been ensnared in the web of caste-based oppression, perpetrated by the dominant forces known as the janmi. Penned by the illustrious scions of the Mamburam Thangal lineage, a constellation of literary masterpieces has graced the annals of history, with two shining as the brightest stars amidst this cosmic tapestry. The oeuvres attributed to Saiful Bathar, Uddathu-al-Umara and Thanbeeh al Ghafileen are not merely the inked expressions of a bygone era; they embody profound testaments to the human spirit's ceaseless yearning for emancipation from the shackles of colonial subjugation. These writings inspire resilience and reform. These important writings remain powerful symbols of resistance against British rule and continue to help us understand the complex history of colonialism. They teach us valuable lessons about the harmful effects of oppression and the strong spirit of resistance. The enduring impact of these works shows the Mappila community's determination to fight against foreign domination.

mamburam thangal-sayyid alavi, sayyid fazl, saiful bathar, uddathul umara, tanbeeh al ghafileen, anti-imperialist writings, colonial government, religious scholars, feudalism, social change movements

"Mamburam Thangal Family: Symbolizing Mappila Struggle through Literature", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 6, page no.k481-k494, June-2022, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2206A67.pdf

"Mamburam Thangal Family: Symbolizing Mappila Struggle through Literature", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 6, page no. ppk481-k494, June-2022, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2206A67.pdf