The rise of Maoism as one of the organized political movement in India is the outcome of a historical situation. Both colonialism and the failure of the Indian state to implement land reforms more stringently in the aftermath of independence resulted in terrible sufferings of the marginalized, land- dependent, sections of society. Through historical analysis, this book assesses the ideological articulation of the contemporary ultra-left movement in India, including Maoism which is expanding gradually in India. The author provides answers to the following issues: Is Maoism reflective of the growing disenchantment of the people in the affected areas with the state? Is it a comment on 'the distorted development planning' pursued by the Indian state? Is this an outcome of the processes of 'deepening of democracy' in India? Using Orissa as a case study, the book raises questions on India's development strategy. The author argues that Maoism provides critical inputs for an alternative paradigm for development, relevant for 'transitional societies' and that it is a still a powerful ideology for the poorer parts of the world although its ideological appeal has declined internationally.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis LTD
ISBN-13
9780415533522
eBay Product ID (ePID)
111924285
Product Key Features
Subject Area
Political Science
Author
Bidyut Chakrabarty, Rajat Kumar Kujur
Publication Name
Maoism in India: Reincarnation of Ultra-Left Wing Extremism in the Twenty-First Century
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Publication Year
2012
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
250 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
234mm
Item Width
156mm
Item Weight
386g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Bidyut Chakrabarty, Rajat Kumar Kujur
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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