Caste: Its Supposed Origin; Its History; Its Effects; The Duty of Government, Hindus, and Christians with Respect to It; And Its Prospects

Name: Caste: Its Supposed Origin; Its History; Its Effects; The Duty of Government, Hindus, and Christians with Respect to It; And Its Prospects
SKU: 9789367803578
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Author: John Murdoch

SKU: 9789367803578

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An early scholarly examination of India’s caste system, exploring its origins, historical development, and social effects. John Murdoch provides a Christian perspective on the duties of various stakeholders in addressing this complex social hierarchy.

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Category: Religion & Spirituality Tags: caste system, Christian perspective, colonial India, Indian society, John Murdoch, religious history, social reform

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John Murdoch’s comprehensive work offers a detailed analysis of the caste system in 19th-century India. The book traces the supposed origins of caste, examining its historical evolution and documenting its profound effects on Indian society, particularly regarding social stratification and inequality.

Murdoch addresses the responsibilities of multiple stakeholders in confronting caste discrimination, including the Indian government, Hindu communities, and Christian missionaries working in the region. From a Christian perspective, the author explores the moral and ethical dimensions of the caste system and advocates for its reformation.

This historical text provides valuable insights into colonial-era perspectives on Indian social structures and represents an important contribution to discussions about religious reform, social justice, and cross-cultural engagement during the period.

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Author	John Murdoch
Publisher	‏ : ‎ Gyan Publishing House
ISBN	9789367803578

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