Castes of mind : colonialism and the making of modern India / Nicholas B. Dirks.

Author/creator Dirks, Nicholas B., 1950-
Format Book
Publication InfoPrinceton, N.J. : Princeton University Press, ©2001.
Descriptionxiii, 372 pages ; 24 cm
Subjects

Abstract This volume traces the caste system from the medieval kingdoms of southern India through early colonial archives to the 20th century. It surveys the rise of caste politics and how caste-based movements have threatened nationalist consensus.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [317]-357) and index.
LCCN 2001021236
ISBN0691088942 (alk. paper)
ISBN0691088950 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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Joyner General Stacks DS422.C3 D58 2001 ✔ Available Place Hold