Discover the evolving scholarship on caste with “The Oxford Handbook of Caste.” Since the 1990s, this complex social reality, once viewed through a narrow anthropological lens, is now explored across sociology, political science, history, literature, and economics. Moving beyond outdated ‘traditional’ vs. ‘modern’ binaries, this essential handbook delves into the diverse, contested, and dynamic manifestations of caste today. Explore new research, diverse perspectives, and the lived realities of caste as it intersects with citizenship and dignity. A crucial resource for understanding contemporary India and its social structures, this handbook is a must-read for students and scholars interested in the enduring impact of caste systems.