Ways of Being Indian: Essays on Religion, Gender and Culture

By: Jena, Manoj Kumar

Identity formation in non-western societies involves paradox, as doctrines

are frequently overridden by actual practices. The essays in this volume

discuss different ways in which identities are constructed in unique 'Indian'

contexts.The emergence of deras in Punjab reflects how continuing caste

inequality and divergence over spiritual leadership has affected the egalitarian

spirit of Sikhism, contradicting a basic...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354479251
• ISBN13: 9789354479250
• Release Date: March 2024
• Publisher: Speaking Tiger Books
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.0" x 8.0"