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The Hindu Family and the Emergence of Modern India: Law, Citizenship and Community

SKU: 9781108461894

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Unlock the complex history of India’s Hindu family law reforms with this insightful study. Re-reading the pivotal 1955-56 Hindu Law Acts, it traces their origins to late colonial political-economy, extending beyond women’s rights concerns. Discover how family structures, property rights, and gender relations shaped representative politics and the unique emergence of India’s secular state power in relation to Hindu law. This illuminating resource is essential for scholars and students exploring modern India’s legal, political, and community evolution, highlighting the significance of gender and economy in 20th-century democratic governance.

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