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THE POLITICS OF PERSONAL LAW IN SOUTH ASIA: IDENTITY, NATIONALISM AND THE UNIFORM CIVIL CODE ()
0Unravel the complexities of personal law in South Asia, with a special focus on India’s critical Uniform Civil Code debate. This compelling analysis explores the intersections of identity politics, nationalism, minority rights, and women’s rights across the region. Offering a vital comparative perspective, the book sheds light on the challenges of national integration and uniform citizenry. Essential reading for scholars, researchers, and students of law, political science, and South Asian studies seeking a holistic understanding of this significant socio-political landscape.
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The Politics of Transmission and Transmission: Basilikon Doron in Hungarian Political Thought
0Delve into the foundational Hungarian political thought with this scholarly exploration. Discover how King James VI and I’s influential text became a pivotal source for early political theorizing in Hungary. This book illuminates the complex process of translation and transmission, revealing crucial 17th-century cross-cultural dialogue between Britain and Central Europe. Gain insights into diverse political languages, including divine right and civic humanism, that shaped intellectual history. Essential reading for students and researchers in political science, European studies, and translation studies in India.
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The Post-Political and Its Discontents: Spaces of Depoliticisation, Spectres of Radical Politics
0Understand the erosion of political debate with this essential guide to the post-political condition. Erik Swyngedouw examines how contemporary democracy often reduces itself to economic administration, creating spaces of depoliticisation. Discover how this phenomenon impacts social life and how radical politics continues to challenge it. This book provides a clear overview, making it vital for students of political science, sociology, and engaged citizens in India seeking to critically analyze modern governance and reclaim political discourse.
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The Power of Nonviolence Writings By Advocates of Peace
0Unlock the enduring power of peace with essential writings on nonviolence. This compelling anthology gathers influential thinkers, from Buddha and Thoreau to Martin Luther King and India’s own Rajendra Prasad, offering powerful arguments against war and violence. Explore 2,500 years of persuasive peace advocacy, providing profound historical and modern alternatives to conflict. Discover timeless strategies for activism and understand the roots of peaceful resistance. It’s a vital read for Indian students, activists, and anyone seeking impactful, non-violent solutions in today’s world.
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The Predicament of Chukotla’s Indigenous Movement: Post-Soviet Activism in the Russian Far North
0Discover the complex realities of indigenous activism in Russia’s remote Far North. Patty A. Gray’s rigorous study examines why Chukotka’s indigenous movement struggled, positing its post-Soviet activism is rooted in Soviet administrative structures rather than independent rights-based struggles. Gain critical insights into the nuanced challenges of cultural survival and political identity for Arctic peoples. This book is essential for students and researchers of anthropology, political science, and global indigenous rights.
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The Presidency of Barack Obama
0Explore the transformative yet complex legacy of the first African American US President. This insightful analysis, penned by leading historians, delves into critical issues of the Obama years – from the financial crisis and healthcare reform to counterterrorism and race. Uncover the paradox of significant policy achievements often uncredited and a failure to build a stronger party base. Essential reading for students of US political history, international relations, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of modern American leadership and its global impact.
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The Reunion Of India And Pakistan: Together Forever
0Explore the compelling vision of a reunited subcontinent in this thought-provoking book. Delve into the intricate historical context and potential future of India and Pakistan. This insightful analysis presents a unique perspective on the geopolitical possibilities shaping South Asia’s destiny, examining factors that could lead to a unified future. Essential reading for students of Indian history, international relations, and anyone fascinated by the subcontinent’s evolving landscape. Discover a bold, analytical perspective on a topic central to modern South Asian discourse and its geopolitical future.
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The Right to Privacy: Origins and Influence of a Nineteenth-Century Idea: 40 (Cambridge Intellectual Property and Information Law, Series Number 40)
0Uncover the rich historical origins and lasting influence of the right to privacy as a foundational 19th-century idea. This meticulously researched book traces the evolution of privacy rights across England, France, and America, demonstrating its journey from nascent legal concept to a crucial element of universal human rights. Essential reading for Indian legal scholars, researchers, and students of intellectual property and information law, it provides deep insights into the legal history of privacy, vital for understanding today’s digital age. Explore the development of a concept that shapes our world.
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The Rights Revolution Revisited: Institutional Perspectives on the Private Enforcement of Civil Rights in the US
0Explore the institutional perspectives behind the transformative US rights revolution. This crucial analysis delves into the private enforcement of civil rights, revealing its impact on the American state. Essential for political scientists, legal scholars, and students of US law, it offers deep insights into the mechanics and endurance of the ‘civil rights state’. Understand the institutional dynamics that shaped decades of legal and political change in America.
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The Rise of the Conservative Legal Movement: The Battle for Control of the Law: 110 (Princeton Studies in American Politics: Historical, International, and Comparative Perspectives)
0Explore the rise of the conservative legal movement and its impact on law with Steven M. Teles’s foundational analysis. This insightful book dissects the strategic mobilization and organizational evolution that conservatives employed to navigate challenges against legal liberalism. Delve into the intellectual currents and practical tactics that reshaped American politics and jurisprudence. An essential read for students of political science, law, and history in India seeking to understand the dynamics of influential political movements and legal strategy. Discover how a powerful legal force emerged.
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The Rohingyas: Inside Myanmar’S Hidden Genocide
0Uncover the harrowing reality of Myanmar’s hidden genocide. This essential book by Azeem Ibrahim meticulously traces the decades-long persecution of the Rohingya people, revealing how this stateless Muslim minority became one of the world’s most vulnerable populations. Explore the deep roots of ethnic cleansing, the systemic denial of fundamental rights, and the shocking culpability of governments and religious figures. A crucial read for students and professionals in human rights, international relations, and political science, offering profound insights into a critical geopolitical crisis relevant to South Asia.