Bharater Shramik Andoloner Itihas: 1830 - 2010

• Author: Sukomal Sen

• Publisher: National Book Agency Private Limited

• Language: Bengali

• Publication Year: 2024

• Edition: 7th Edition

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 844

• ISBN: 9789392593901

About The Book:

Bharater Shramik Andoloner Itihas: 1830 - 2010 is a comprehensive account of the history of workers' movements in India from 1830 to 2010, written by Sukomal Sen. The book is deeply rooted in Marxist theory and emphasizes that the history of social systems, particularly after the decline of primitive communism, is essentially the history of class struggles.

Sen, an influential trade union leader and communist activist, explores the emergence of the working class in India, its early struggles, and the significant events that shaped the workers' movements in the country. The book covers both the colonial period, including the anti-colonial national liberation movements, and the post-independence era, where the struggles of the working class continued against the ruling class of the country.

The book's key distinction is its continuous updates and revisions, with the first edition published in 1975. Later editions incorporated significant developments in the workers' movements until 2000, making this work not just a book but a living history register of India's labor struggles. The book also delves into the development of trade unions for middle-class employees and provides an insightful analysis of the shifting dynamics in India's labor movement.

This extensive work serves as an essential reference for understanding India's labor history, providing readers with an informed and detailed analysis of the workers' struggles over nearly two centuries.