Well, in the context of Tamil, fiction means creative works that come from the author's imagination rather than being real-life accounts. It can include various forms like novels, short stories, and more.
Well, in science fiction, profanity can serve different purposes. It might be used to show the cultural differences between various alien species or future human societies. For instance, a species that has a very different view on language might use what we consider profanity as normal expressions. On the other hand, it could also be a way for a writer to distance the audience from a particularly unlikable character. If a character is constantly using profanity, it can make the readers or viewers feel less sympathetic towards them.
Well, usually in YA fiction, the use of profanity is minimized. Publishers and authors are conscious of the age group and try to keep the language appropriate. Sometimes, if it's necessary for character authenticity, it might be used very sparingly and within context.
In 'A Christmas Story', Darren McGavin's character is a bit gruff but I don't recall any profanity. The movie is set in a family context in the 1940s. The language used is more of the everyday, old - fashioned kind that was typical of that era. It focuses more on the humor of the family's Christmas experiences rather than using strong language.