This study delves into the cultural impact of the early left movement during the Red Poets era in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Focusing on the literary contributions of poets who embraced revolutionary ideologies, the research explores the intersection of politics and culture. Through a blend of historical analysis and literary criticism, the study investigates how the red poets shaped and influenced cultural narratives during a pivotal period in Sri Lanka's history. Keywords: Early Left Movement, Red Poets, Sri Lankan Literature, Cultural Impact, Revolutionary Ideologies, Political Poetry, Colombo, Literary Criticism.

Early Left Movement, Red Poets, Sri Lankan Literature

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