9798885750578, The Truth About Caste, N.K. Vaid (Author), Garuda Prakashan, Paperback, English, Worldwide
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“The Truth About Caste” by N.K. Vaid critically examines the pervasive issue of caste in India’s social and political discourse. The author contends that academia and politicians have often misrepresented or exploited the concept of caste for their own interests, attributing many of India’s societal issues solely to the caste system. This work aims to uncover and challenge these narratives, encouraging readers to reconsider commonly held beliefs about caste and its role in contemporary Bharat.
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About The Author
N.K. Vaid, born in 1955, is a former journalist, social activist, writer, editor, and publisher. He earned his M.Sc. (Hons.) in Anthropology from Panjab University, Chandigarh, in 1976, and conducted research under Prof. S.C. Tiwari at the University of Delhi. Vaid has extensive fieldwork experience among various indigenous communities in India, including the Bhotia and Raji of Uttarakhand, as well as the Birhor (Jharkhand), Pahadi Korba, Kamar, and Saharia (Chhattisgarh). His diverse background informs his critical perspectives on social issues, particularly the caste system in India.
Product Details
Publisher : Garuda Prakashan (October 14, 2022)
Language : English
Paperback : 198 pages
ISBN-13 : 979-8885750578
Item Weight : 1.10 Kg
Dimensions : 197.99 × 129.01 × 2.01 cm
About The Book
“The Truth About Caste” by N.K. Vaid critically examines the pervasive issue of caste in India’s social and political discourse. The author contends that academia and politicians have often misrepresented or exploited the concept of caste for their own interests, attributing many of India’s societal issues solely to the caste system. This work aims to uncover and challenge these narratives, encouraging readers to reconsider commonly held beliefs about caste and its role in contemporary Bharat.
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