Indian Political Thought A Reader Aakash Singh Rathor Silika Mohapatra by Aakash Singh Rathor, Silika Mohapatra 9780415562942, 0415562945 instant download after payment.

This Reader provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of contemporary Indian political theory. Tracing the development of the discipline and offering a clear presentation of the most influential literature in the field, it brings together contributions by outstanding and well-known academics on contemporary Indian political thought. The Reader weaves together relevant works from the social sciences ― sociology, anthropology, law, history, philosophy, feminist and postcolonial theory ― which shape the nature of political thought in India today. Themes both unique to the Indian political milieu as well as of universal significance are reflected upon, including tradition, secularism, communalism, modernity, feminism, justice and human rights. Presenting a canon of names and offering a framework for further research within the broad thematic categories, this is a timely and invaluable reference tool, indispensable to both students and scholars.