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The Cambridge Companion to Periyar offers an authoritative and accessible overview of one of modern India’s most significant social and political figures. Through carefully selected essays by leading scholars, this volume explores Periyar’s radical ideas on social reform, his critique of Brahminism and caste hierarchies, and his role in shaping the Dravidian movement.
The companion examines Periyar’s contributions to Tamil language and culture, his advocacy for women’s rights and rationalism, and his influence on Indian politics and society. It contextualizes his work within the broader movements for social justice and political autonomy in South India during the twentieth century. This essential reference work provides both students and scholars with crucial insights into Periyar’s legacy and his continued relevance to contemporary debates on equality, justice, and social change.
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