Midnight'S Machines: A Political History Of Technology In India

Arun Mohan Sukumar

Political Narratives

Technology In India

Historical Evolution

Socio-Political Fabric

Scientific Progress

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Midnight'S Machines: A Political History Of Technology In India surveys how technology has threaded through India's political life since independence. This non-fiction work traces the evolution of policy, public perception, and national identity—from Jawaharlal Nehru's visionary programs to Narendra Modi's contemporary strategies. Ideal for adults, students, and curious readers who want a clear, thought-provoking look at the crossroads of politics and technology, the tone is thoughtful, educational, and hopeful about India's future. This paperback edition makes the journey accessible wherever you read.

Structured as a chronological yet thematically driven narrative, the book blends archival research with expert analysis to show how the state has toggled between championing scientific progress and cautioning against dependency. In Midnight'S Machines, Sukumar guides readers through the evolving relationship between state power and technology, highlighting how policy decisions and public messaging shaped what people believed was possible—and how that belief, in turn, steered innovation.

Readers will encounter case studies that connect high politics to everyday life, with a clear look at how the idea of a scientific temper evolved in society, and how indigenous practices and modern tech debated each other on India's stage. The writing is accessible, with careful pacing, letting complex ideas unfold through concrete examples rather than dense jargon. Through accessible storytelling, the book stitches together policy debates, technological milestones, and cultural conversations to reveal how India negotiates modernity. It explains key concepts—state-led development, science policy, public trust, technological dependency, and the tension between global integration and local resilience—without losing the human scale of the story.

Comprehensive political history of technology in India from 1947 to today
Connecting policy decisions to real-world outcomes across Nehru's era, space, IT, and contemporary governance
Analysis of the state's role in shaping public perception and fostering scientific temper
Interdisciplinary approach bridging history, politics, and technology
Accessible, engaging prose with archival research and thoughtful insights

After finishing Midnight'S Machines: A Political History Of Technology In India, readers gain a nuanced understanding of how technology and politics intertwine to shape national identity, leaving you thoughtful and better prepared to discuss and consider India's technological future. It’s a lasting invitation to reflect on innovation with confidence and curiosity.

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Author

Arun Mohan Sukumar

Publisher

Prh India

Language

English

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BK0513594

ISBN

9780143468530

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