Description
Between Empire and Nation examines the complex landscape of South Asian humanitarianism during the late colonial period, a time of significant social and political transformation. Maria Framke analyzes how humanitarian organizations, relief systems, and welfare practices emerged and evolved as colonial rule gradually gave way to national independence movements.
The book demonstrates how South Asian communities developed their own humanitarian frameworks, often distinct from Western charitable models, while simultaneously engaging with imperial administrative structures. Framke explores the tensions and negotiations between empire and nation through the lens of social welfare, disaster relief, and public health initiatives. Her research reveals how these humanitarian efforts became central to processes of nation-building and the assertion of local agency during the twilight of colonialism.
This scholarly work contributes significantly to postcolonial history, humanitarian studies, and South Asian history, offering nuanced perspectives on how societies constructed social responsibility and community care during periods of imperial transition.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.