This book explores the complex linkages between state, society, and culture in medieval and modern India. It discusses issues like secularism, composite culture, pluralism, historiography, and the use of sources. Written over the past decade, this collection of essays explores the complex linkages between state, society, and culture in medieval and modern India. It discusses various ideas under the wider rubric of historiography, history writing, and the use of sources. The author examines secularism, composite culture, and pluralism in both medieval and modern India, linking them to politics, society, and the economy. The Mughal policy of subjugation and assimilation, Rathor War, rise of the Marathas, jagirdari crisis, and the Mughal agrarian system have been discussed in detail. The book sheds light on unknown aspects of many historical figures-like Akbar, Jodha Bai, and Rana Pratap-as well as makers of modern India-like Jawaharlal Nehru and Sir Sita Ram. This book will be of considerable interest to scholars and students of medieval and modern Indian history, and cultural studies.

About the Author
Satish Chandra is Secretary, Comprehensive History of India Project and Indian Ocean Studies Society, New Delhi. He was Professor of History, Jawaharlal Nehru University, and former Chairman, University Grants Commission.


Book Information
ISBN 9780198077398
Author Satish Chandra
Format Hardback
Page Count 208
Imprint OUP India
Publisher OUP India
Weight(grams) 396g
Dimensions(mm) 227mm * 146mm * 20mm