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Desivad(Nativism)as a literary movement and a theoretical approach is a pluralistic and diverse field which is surrounded by several legitimate expressions. This paper interrogates the various deliberations aroundDesivadin Indian Literatures followed by a conversation with GN Devy who reflects on the concept of Desivad, the use of language and the current literary scene in India. The paper also problematizes the issues regarding the difference between Desivadand Modernity. The paper summarizes and critically examines the various perspectives on Desivadby academicians and further studies the issues around it and its relevance in the current political scenario. The paper discovers thatdesi-modernity becomes an adequate methodology for dealing with Indian writings and demonstrates the need of desi-modernity in today’s cosmopolitan world.