Democracy, Nationalism, And Communalism: The Colonial Legacy In South Asia / Edition 1

by Asma Barlas

Overview

This book draws out the reasons for the emergence of divergent political practices in India and their meaning for democracy, nationalism and communalism. It explores the social origins of modern South Asian politics and the Janus-faced nature of the British colonial legacy in South Asia.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780367161682
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	10/19/2020
Pages:	254
Product dimensions:	5.81(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Asma Barlas is assistant professor of politics at Ithaca College.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 2. Democracy, Nationalism, and Communalism: A Gramscian Approach 3. The Colonial State and Democracy, Nationalism, and Communalism 4. Colonial Hindu Politics: Democracy, Nationalism, and Communalism 5. Colonial Muslim Politics: Democracy, Nationalism, and Communalism 6. Conclusion

Editorial Reviews

Analyzes the political trajectories of India and Pakistan since independence that led one to become the world's largest democracy and the other to be under military rule most of the time. Traces the difference to forms of consciousness and organization of various classes during the colonial period. Also explains the communal expression of nationalism and the top-heavy authoritarianism that the two countries share. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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