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Humour and the Performance of Power in South Asia: Anxiety, Laughter and Politics in Unstable Times

SKU: 9781032332451

995.00

How does humour perform power in South Asia’s unstable political landscape? This vital book investigates the nexus of laughter, anxiety, and politics in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It unpacks how everyday humour, stand-up, memes, and cartoons serve as critical political commentary and shape democratic discourse amidst instability. Featuring insights on Indian politics, caste, and folklore, this study is indispensable for those seeking to understand the socio-political dynamics and cultural performances of power in the region. A must-read for understanding Indian democracy through humour.

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