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Books about CHANGING INDIA

The revised edition of Robert Stern's book brings India's story up to date. Since its original publication in 1993, much has altered and yet central to the author's argument remains his belief in the remarkable continuity and vitality of India's social systems and its resilience in the face of change.

On her first trip to the USA, Sudha Murty, a proud Indian, is surprised at having to deal with ignorant questions like, 'You play with snakes, and cows are allowed to wander on the highways. Is that true?' Even immigration officers degradingly interrogate her because she looks and dresses 'different'.

This book provides a comprehensive view on rapidly changing India. It covers Indian culture, politics, economy and technology, as well as population and environmental issues. Gender issues are also discussed throughout the book. Having carried out anthropological research on kinship, gender issues, politics, class and caste, population issues and the

Articles on anthropology and sociology in India, festschrift honoring Govind Sadashiv Ghurye, b. 1893, sociologist.