Delve into the complex borderland politics in Northern India, exploring how colonial legacies shaped the modern Indian state and regional identities. This collection offers detailed accounts of how diverse communities across Northern India – including the Gorkhas in Darjeeling, the Zo people, and inhabitants of Assam and Jammu & Kashmir – understand their territories. It’s an invaluable contribution to South Asian studies, Indian border studies, and the socio-cultural histories of these vital regions. A must-read for scholars and students of Indian politics and geography.