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The Idea of India: 20th Anniversary Edition,New
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A classic since it was first published in 1997, The Idea of India is a magisterial historical study that addresses the paradoxes and ironies of the worlds largest democracy. When, in 1947, the British divided and departed their most prized imperial possession, they handed a huge, diverse, and poor society to a small nationalist elite. For decades this elite would uphold a political construct, an idea of India grounded in democracy, religious tolerance, economic development, and cultural pluralism. Sunil Khilnani investigates the fate of this idea, offering incisive portraits of Gandhi, Nehru, and other Indian founders and assessing the lively debates among them and their successors over who is an Indian, the meaning of modernity, and Indias place in the world.In a new introduction written for this edition, Khilnani reflects on the books striking relevance to the countrys recent developmentsfrom the rise of a new billionaire class to the election of a government with a more exclusivist conception of Indian identity. Throughout, he provokes readers and illuminates a fundamental question as urgent now as ever: Can the original idea of India survive its own successes?
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Idea of India'? A: 'The Idea of India' explores the complexities and paradoxes of India's democracy, discussing its historical evolution and the ideals of democracy, tolerance, and cultural pluralism.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Idea of India'? A: The book is authored by Sunil Khilnani, a prominent political scientist and historian.
- Q: What edition of the book is this? A: This is the 20th Anniversary Edition of 'The Idea of India', published on November 21, 2017.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Idea of India' have? A: 'The Idea of India' contains 304 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, 'The Idea of India' is suitable for academic use as it provides historical context and analysis of India's political landscape.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Idea of India' is in brand new condition.
- Q: What topics are covered in the new introduction of this edition? A: The new introduction discusses the relevance of the book to contemporary issues in India, including economic disparities and evolving national identity.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding modern Indian politics? A: Yes, the book offers insights into the foundational ideas of Indian democracy and their implications for modern politics.
- Q: Where can I purchase 'The Idea of India'? A: 'The Idea of India' can be purchased at various online retailers and bookstores.