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Bagchi Subroto
Indian Political History
Influential Activists
Caste And Religion
Democracy And Nationalism
Colonial Legacy
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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
256
Language
English
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Book Summary
Makers of Modern India invites readers to explore the roots of a nation in motion. This meticulous non-fiction volume surveys the country’s political landscape through the lives and voices of 19 pivotal activists who helped forge modern India. Written for curious readers of history, politics, and South Asian studies, it blends biography with primary speech extracts to illuminate the forces—caste, religion, colonialism, economy, language, gender, nationalism, democracy, secularism—that shaped India's trajectory. The tone is thoughtful and empowering, inviting both students and general readers to see how diverse ideas coalesced into a plural, resilient republic.
Structured around individual figures, Makers of Modern India weaves narrative biography with key passages from their speeches, giving you a sense of their voice and stakes. This approach makes history feel immediate and alive, inviting readers to weigh competing ideas without losing sight of the human stories behind them. With 568 pages, the reader encounters a paced, accessible journey that makes complex concepts—caste, religion, colonialism, the economy, language, gender, nationalism, democracy, secularism—clear and memorable, all contextualized within the arc of modern Indian history.
After finishing Makers of Modern India, readers gain a nuanced understanding of how India's modern identity was forged through dialogue and disagreement, and how divergent opinions helped shape a plural, resilient nation. The book invites thoughtful reflection on today’s political conversations and offers lasting value as a foundation for informed citizenship and appreciation of India's diverse heritage.
Product Details
Author
Bagchi Subroto
Publisher
Penguin Portfolio
Number of Pages
256
Language
English
SKU
9780143064268
ISBN
9780143064268
Dimensions
12.7 x 1.52 x 20.32 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 350
₹ 297
₹ 53 Off