TRANSFORMING INDIA (OIP): Social and Political Dynamics of Democracy

Book Details

• Author: Frankel, Francine R.

• Brand: Oxford University Press

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 456

• Release Date: 12-03-2002

• ISBN: 9780195658323

• Package Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 1.2 inches

• Languages: English

About the Book

Title: Transforming India: Social and Political Dynamics of Development

Author: Francine R. Frankel

This book provides a cross-disciplinary analysis of India's social and political transformations, particularly in the context of its colonial legacy. Written by leading Indian social scientists, the volume examines the complex intersections of egalitarian and liberal principles of government with hierarchical social orders, group-based identities, and plural cultures.

Key Themes:

• Colonial Legacy: The book explores the lingering effects of colonial rule on India's social and political fabric.

• Egalitarian and Liberal Principles: It delves into the evolution of democratic and egalitarian ideals within India's diverse society.

• Group-Based Identities: The impact of caste, religion, and other group identities on India’s democratic processes.

• Plural Cultures: It discusses how India’s plural cultures, including its diverse linguistic, religious, and ethnic groups, shape the country’s social and political dynamics.

This volume is critical for understanding modern India's development, focusing on how India's social structure and political policies have evolved after independence. It's an essential read for students and scholars of Indian sociology, political science, and history.