Political Mobilization and Identity in Western India, 1934-47 (Sage Series in Modern Indian History) (SAGE Series in Modern Indian History)
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Published: May 1, 2005
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 279
ISBN-13: 9780761933427
Subjects: Asian / Middle Eastern history: from c 1900 -; Social groups & communities; Sociology, Social Studies; History: World; Asia - General; History; Archaeology / Anthropology; Social change; India; Anthropology - Cultural; History / Asia; 20th century; Bombay; Political culture; Political participation
Description: "The processes of political mobilization and identity formation in the rural regions of Bombay Presidency between 1934 and 1947 are the major focus of this work. Studying the politics of the masses, their aspirations and demands - both within the formal institutional frameworks of the colonial 'public space' as well as outside it - this book provides insights into political and social change in 20th century India." "This book will be of interest to students and scholars of history, sociology, social movements and political science."--Jacket.