Explore Bastar’s turbulent past and uncover its complex journey from princely state to modern India. This seminal anthropological history delves into the expansion of the colonial and post-colonial state, the transformations of indigenous kingship, and the growing restrictions on tribal land and forest rights. It meticulously chronicles the deep-seated popular resistance against these forces. Essential reading for students of Indian history, anthropology, political science, and anyone keen on understanding tribal rights and governance in India.