Tribes and Castes of the North-Western India

Book Details:

• ISBN: 9788170206583
• Volumes: Set in 4 Volumes
• Author: C. William
• Pages: 2100 pp
• Year of Publishing: 1975
• Binding: Hardbound
• Publisher: Cosmo Publications

This monumental 4-volume work is a comprehensive study on the origin and development of Caste in India, tackling one of the most complex and fascinating subjects in Indian sociology. The author delves deeply into the subject, distinguishing this work from other accounts by offering detailed insights into the origin of caste from the Vedic period, and its connection to the Laws of Manu.

The work provides a thorough exploration of the various tribes and castes in North Western India, including their customs, manners, marriage and death ceremonies, and religious practices. Each tribe and caste is examined in detail, shedding light on their origins and customs, and offering a historical context for their development.

A comprehensive chapter is dedicated to Anthrometry and the classification of these tribes, offering further depth to the study. This work is particularly significant as it also explores the ongoing transition within the caste system in India, making it a valuable resource for ethnologists, anthropologists, sociologists, and students of popular religion.

The publisher proudly presents this important study as part of the Native Races of India series, and its reprint adds a new dimension to ongoing research and study in this area. It remains a crucial reference for understanding India's social structure and its evolutionary history.