[PDF] Hindu Muslim Relations In Contemporary India eBook

Author : Jörg Friedrichs
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 19,8 MB
Release : 2018-07-27
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0429862075

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This book reconstructs Hindu–Muslim relations from a European standpoint. Drawing from the Indian context, the author explores options for Western Europe – a region grappling with the refugee crisis and populist reactions to the growth of Muslim minorities. The author shows how India can serve not only as a model but also as a warning for Europe. For example, European liberals may learn not only from the achievements of Indian secularism but also from its crisis. Based on extensive interviews with Indians from diverse backgrounds, from politicians to social activists and from the middle class to slum dwellers, the volume investigates a wide range of perspectives: Hindu and Muslim, religious and secular, moderate and militant. Relevant, engaging and accessible, this book speaks to a broad audience of concerned citizens and policy makers. Scholars of political science, sociology, modern history, cultural studies and South Asian studies will be particularly interested.

Author : Paul R. Brass
Publisher : University of Washington Press
Page : 501 pages
File Size : 24,50 MB
Release : 2011-05-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0295800607

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Chronic Hindu-Muslim rioting in India has created a situation in which communal violence is both so normal and so varied in its manifestations that it would seem to defy effective analysis. Paul R. Brass, one of the world’s preeminent experts on South Asia, has tracked more than half a century’s riots in the north Indian city of Aligarh. This book is the culmination of a lifetime’s thinking about the dynamics of institutionalized intergroup violence in northern India, covering the last three decades of British rule as well as the entire post-Independence history of Aligarh. Brass exposes the mechanisms by which endemic communal violence is deliberately provoked and sustained. He convincingly implicates the police, criminal elements, members of Aligarh’s business community, and many of its leading political actors in the continuous effort to “produce” communal violence. Much like a theatrical production, specific roles are played, with phases for rehearsal, staging, and interpretation. In this way, riots become key historical markers in the struggle for political, economic, and social dominance of one community over another. In the course of demonstrating how riots have been produced in Aligarh, Brass offers a compelling argument for abandoning or refining a number of widely held views about the supposed causes of communal violence, not just in India but throughout the rest of the world. An important addition to the literature on Indian and South Asian politics, this book is also an invaluable contribution to our understanding of the interplay of nationalism, ethnicity, religion, and collective violence, wherever it occurs.

Author : Amod N. Damle
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 46,28 MB
Release : 2020-10-22
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1000217035

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This book offers a historical perspective on the changing Hindu–Muslim relationship in India through a study of syncretic traditions in Kurundwad, Maharashtra. It explores the social and cultural dynamics between the two communities and analyses underlying issues of caste hierarchy, Hindu hegemony, and social dominance. The volume focusses on how the realization of cultural distinctiveness, politics of identity, and the struggle for dominance have played a role in shaping Hindu–Muslim relations in Maharashtra. Through field interviews conducted over three years, the authors contextualise and analyse the nature of cultural hybridity in Kurundwad and how the relationship has changed over the years. The book also focusses on notions of tolerance and inequality, and provides insights into the reasons for the growing distinctiveness in cultural and religious identity in Kurundwad since the 1990s, in the aftermath of the demolition of the Babri Masjid and the Shah Banu verdict. The book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the relationship between Hindus and Muslims in India. It will be of great interest to researchers and students of sociology, politics, modern history, cultural studies, minority studies, and South Asian studies.

Author : Qamar Hasan
Publisher : Northern Book Centre
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 27,57 MB
Release : 1987
Category : India
ISBN : 9788185119267

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The work is unique in the sense that it has not only delved into historical antecedents of the contemporary attitudes of the new generation of Indian Muslims, but has also brought out their adjustment mechanisms and reactions to the demands which are made upon them from a section of the majority. For the understanding of different aspects of behaviour of the minority vis-a-vis the majority, the author has liberally drawn upon the relevant literature of three branches of social sciences, viz., Psychology, Sociology and Political Science. The studies of minority-majority relations elsewhere are referred to for making the reader aware that to a very large extent minorities, wherever they are found, behave in the similar way. Reviews “... The perspective offered by the author in the present study augurs well for the cause of nation-building in the specific context of the persisting and ever elusive communal problem in India.†Prof. Iqbal Narain “The publication is so fascinating that I read more than half by the time I reached Lucknow†. Prof. H.S. Asthana “The first full length study of the mass psychology of the Muslim mind after Mujib’s The Indian Musilms .... Qamar Hasan has used the tools of academic research to study the Muslim factor in Indian Politics... read it because it is a same voice in the madness all around. Tapan Basu, Sunday “The book clearly brings out reactions indicative of fear of domination and urge to dominate ... the book has made a definite contribution in the understanding of inter-and intra-group relationships.†Pramod Kumar “The author must be complimented for his bold and frank revelations about the attitudes of Muslims and Hindus towards each other, their self appraisals and their assessment.†Dr. K. Ravichandra, Review Projector, Vol. VIII, Nos. 10–12 “The causes and cures of the serious problems bedevilling relations between the Muslim minority in India and the Hindu majority badly need studying within a socio-psychological framework. Qamar Hasan is on the right track for a social scientist to throw light on the problems of his people, but he needs to settle on just one frame of reference and typology and then test some bolder hypotheses.’’

Author : K. R. Malkani
Publisher :
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 29,93 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Ayodhya (Faizabad, India)
ISBN :

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In This Study, The Author Surveys The Hindu-Muslim Scene In India Over The Last Thousand Years, Without Fear Or Favour. In The Process, He Brings To Light Little Known Facts And Comes Up With Insights That Illumine The Scene, Perceptions That Clear The Mind And Prescriptions That Are As Practical As They Are Radical.

Author : Ankush Vig
Publisher : Ankush Vig
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 15,37 MB
Release : 2024-05-04
Category : Architecture
ISBN :

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"Bridging Divides: Navigating Hindu-Muslim Relations in India" is an insightful exploration that traverses the intricate historical, socio-political, and cultural landscapes of Hindu-Muslim interactions in the Indian subcontinent. Through a nuanced examination of historical events, governmental initiatives, and contemporary challenges, this book aims to unravel the complexities that define the relationship between these two vibrant communities. Beginning with a historical lens, the book delves into the tensions surrounding the destruction of Hindu temples, the burning of academic institutions, and the disdain for idol worship, laying the groundwork for understanding the historical grievances that have shaped the narrative. It navigates through the complexities of religious divides, examining the creation of Pakistan and the role of extremism, shedding light on the impact of political decisions on the social fabric of the nation. The narrative then shifts to an exploration of government initiatives, emphasizing inclusive development through programs such as Ayushman Bharat, Skill India, and the push for a Uniform Civil Code. By analyzing the initiatives of the Modi government, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the efforts to bridge socio-economic disparities and foster unity among diverse communities. Drawing on global perspectives, the book introduces the Singapore Technique for Religious Harmony, offering valuable insights into international models for managing religious diversity. It delves into the delicate balancing act of tackling extremism and managing immigration, analyzing the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) within the broader context of security imperatives and inclusivity. In the concluding chapters, the book weaves together the lessons learned, emerging themes, and ongoing narratives, offering a holistic view of Hindu-Muslim relations in India. "Bridging Divides" stands as a thought-provoking exploration, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the historical nuances, contemporary challenges, and future possibilities within the dynamic interplay of Hindu-Muslim relations in the Indian context