The correct answer is: a) Publishing experimental and avant-garde writing.
Kanaiyazhi is a Tamil literary magazine that was founded in 1934 by Pudumaipithan, M. Govindan, and K.S. Maniam. The magazine is known for its experimental and avant-garde writing, which often challenged traditional Tamil literary conventions. Kanaiyazhi was a major influence on the development of modern Tamil literature, and it continues to be published today.
Option b) is incorrect because Kanaiyazhi does not focus on traditional poetry. In fact, the magazine often published experimental and avant-garde poetry that challenged traditional Tamil poetic conventions.
Option c) is incorrect because Kanaiyazhi does not publish translations of world literature. The magazine is dedicated to publishing original Tamil literature.
Option d) is incorrect because Kanaiyazhi does not publish film criticism. The magazine is dedicated to publishing original Tamil literature.