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AGITATION TO LEGISLATION C-PD: Negotiating Equity and Justice in India
0Uncover the dynamic link between street agitation and Indian legislation. This crucial analysis explores how social mobilizations drive equity and justice, shaping the nation’s rights agenda. Zoya Hasan details the interplay of grassroots activism, citizen engagement, and political strategies that influence policy outcomes in India. Understand the progression from public protest to enacted law, and the critical role of political actors in shaping representation and accountability. Essential for students of Indian politics, sociology, and policy-making, this book illuminates the forces behind modern Indian governance and justice.
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DEMOCRACY ON TRIAL: Majoritarianism and Dissent in India
0Navigate the critical juncture of Indian democracy with Zoya Hasan’s essential analysis of majoritarianism and dissent. Discover how consolidating majoritarian politics is reshaping institutions, challenging pluralism, and curbing fundamental rights in contemporary India. This book delves into the shrinking space for opposition and the dilution of checks and balances, making sense of democratic erosion. It’s a crucial read for understanding the implications for dissent, media, rights, and protests, essential for students of Indian politics and engaged citizens.
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Dominance and Mobilisation: Rural Politics in Western Uttar Pradesh 1930-1980
0Explore the evolution of rural politics in India through a focused lens on Western Uttar Pradesh (1930-1980). This pivotal work dissects agrarian society, detailing the mechanisms of political mobilization and the emergence of dominant peasant groups in Aligarh district. It offers a profound analysis linking socio-economic changes, including the Green Revolution’s impact, to shifts in party politics and the intricate interplay of caste and class. An indispensable resource for students of Indian democracy, political science, and rural development, offering deep insights into India’s socio-political landscape.
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EMPIRE OF DISGUST C-PD
0Explore the deep-seated roots of prejudice and social exclusion in a powerful comparative study. Featuring Indian and US scholars, this insightful work examines how disgust-based rhetoric fuels stigma across diverse societies. Delve into the intricate intersections of prejudice based on caste, religion, gender, race, disability, and economic class, with particular relevance to contemporary India. Essential for students of sociology, political science, and anyone seeking to understand and combat multifaceted discrimination, this book offers empirical accounts and forward-looking remedies for a more inclusive public culture.
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POLITICS AND THE STATE IN INDIA
0Uncover the intricate dynamics of India’s political landscape and the evolving state. This vital collection features expert insights into state formation, consolidation, and erosion, alongside crucial analyses of economic development, liberalization, and challenges to governance in independent India. Essential for students of political science, sociology, and economics, it also offers profound perspectives for bureaucrats, policymakers, and citizens seeking a deeper understanding of democratic governance and key policy discourses like affirmative action and secularism. Navigate the core issues shaping the Indian state.