Matadana
Cover photo of 2017-18 publication of the novel | |
| Author | S L Bhyrappa |
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| Language | Kannada |
| Genre | Fiction |
| Publisher | Sahitya Bhandara, Balepet, Bangalore. |
Publication date | 1965 |
| Publication place | India |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover & Paperback) |
| Preceded by | Doora saridaru |
| Followed by | Vamshavruksha |
| Website | Official website |
Matadana (meaning: voting) is a 1965 novel written by the famous Kannada writer, philosopher, thinker S L Bhyrappa. An award winning Kannada movie Mathadana based on this novel, which was directed by T N Seetharam secured 'Best Regional Film' award at 47th National Film Awards. Matadana reveals the caste based politics and other dynamics that grip the democratic institution of ballot box in India.