Explore the foundations of modern political order with a focus on South Asian sovereignty. This insightful volume intricately weaves ethnographies of power and ritual with political theory, examining crucial themes like governance, democracy, and authority. Discover how transformations in sovereignty shaped the subcontinent’s history, particularly India’s emergence as the world’s largest democracy. Essential reading for scholars of politics, history, and South Asian studies, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of governance in India and its neighbours.