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Sports Studies in India is a groundbreaking collection that brings together rigorous academic analysis of sports in the Indian subcontinent. The book examines how sports functions as a social institution, cultural practice, and political arena in India’s diverse landscape.
Published by Oxford University Press India, this volume explores various dimensions including the sociology of sports, sports policy, athletics, institutional frameworks, and the role of sports in nation-building and social change. The editors and contributors—Padma Prakash, Meena Gopal, Sujata Patel, and other distinguished scholars—provide comprehensive perspectives on Indian sports from multiple disciplinary angles.
This work is essential for students, researchers, policymakers, and sports enthusiasts seeking to understand the complex relationships between sports, society, and culture in India. It serves as both an academic resource and a critical examination of sports’ significance in Indian life.
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