India 60

Book Details

• Publisher: Harper Collins
• Language: English
• Published Year: 2007
• Pages: 355
• Dimensions: 22 x 14.5 cm
• Book Condition: Used – Good
• Availability: In Stock

About the Book

India at Sixty by Ira Pande is a collection of essays marking India's 60th year of independence from colonial rule. Traditionally, reaching the age of sixty (Shashti-poor) is a significant milestone in India, symbolizing a time for reflection and planning for the future. This volume brings together a distinguished group of writers, including academicians, journalists, and activists, to assess India’s journey since independence.

The book offers a diverse and thought-provoking analysis of the country’s achievements and challenges over six decades. It delves into a wide array of issues—from democracy, elections, and human rights to literature, cinema, and urban life. The essays explore the complexity of modern India, where no single solution fits, and differing opinions contribute to a dynamic and ever-evolving national discourse.

With contributions from a variety of voices, this work presents a lively snapshot of contemporary India, offering readers insights into the country’s ongoing struggles, debates, and successes.