Who was Jaipal Singh Munda? What was his political-intellectual contribution in Indian Independence and in building of a new India? What were the aspirations of the tribal society that Jaipal and other Tribal leaders were representing? Even after seventy years of Independence, history is silent on this. On one hand, there are hundreds of books, dramas and movies on many freedom fighters including Gandhi, Nehru, Jinnah, Ambedkar, and still many more new books are coming on them every day, but there is not a single book on Jaipal Singh Munda. It was the native people, who had built this country by giving the great civilization of Harappa-Mohanjodaro to the humankind. Was their representative Jaipal Singh Munda so insignificant that not a single book could have been written on him? If, he was the real heir of the first freedom-loving community in the colonial India, who had always been at the top of all spheres of knowledge, creation and conflict. And if, he had been a worthy leader of distinguished talent, then what're the reasons for which he has been neglected to that extent? Although, he had been neglected at the pan-Indian level, the ruling class could not erase Jaipal Singh Munda from Adivasi society, its history and the politics of Jharkhand. It is because of continuous storm surging in the form of Jharkhand movement never let erased the contribution and leadership of Jaipal Singh Munda from its conscience of historical conflict.
This volume presents an overview of the relationship between the state, law, and Adivasis that have experienced a profound political shift due to privatization of natural resources. It discusses the role of the corporates and its impact on livelihoods of the Adivasis in India. For the Indian state, a significant challenge is to establish a new normative framework for indigenous autonomy based on the values of equality and sustainability. This calls for recognition of the right to self-determination and exercise of collective rights of the Adivasis. The chapters in this volume examine: • 'Exclusion' as a useful framework for analyzing the various axes of inequality that affect the Adivasi communities • How state, development, and Adivasi politics play out in entangled ways in the social, political and legal domains • The interplay of and the deep tension between the promise of legal protection and the realities of inadequate implementation.
"The Oxford Handbook of Modern Indian Literatures is a compilation of scholarship on Indian literature from the 19th century to the present in a range of Indian languages. On one hand, because of reasons associated with national academic structures, publishing resources, and global visibility, English writing gets privileged over all the other linguistic traditions in the scholarship on Indian literatures. On the other hand, within the scholarship on regional language literary productions (in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, etc.), the critical works and the surveys focus only on that particular language and therefore frequently suffer from a lack of comparative breadth and/or global access. Both reflect the paradigm of monolingualism within which much literary scholarship on Indian literature takes place. This handbook instead focuses on the multilingual pathways through which modern Indian literature gets constituted. It features cutting-edge literary criticism from at least seventeen languages, and on traditional literary genres as well as more recent ones like graphic novels. It shows the deep connections and collaborations across genres, languages, nations, and regions that produce a literature of diverse contact zones, generating innovations on form, aesthetics, and technique. Foregrounding themes such as modernity and modernism, gender, caste, diaspora, and political resistance, the book collects an array of perspectives on this vast topic"--
This book examines the representation of Birsa's political life, memory politics and the making of anticolonialism in contemporary Jharkhand. It offers contrasting features of political imaginations deployed in developing memorial landscapes. Framing of Birsa in the heroic narrative through a grand scale of memorialisation, often in the form of the built environment, curates a selective version. This isolates the scope of elaborating his political ideas outside the confines of atypical historical records and their relevance in the contemporary context. The book argues that everyday politics through affective sites such as memorials and statues produce political visions, emotions, and opportunities. It shows how such symbolic sites are often strategically placed and politically motivated to inscribe ideologies. This process outlines how the state and Adivasi use memory as a political tool to lay claims to the past of the Birsa Movement.
In 2017 an all-male nine-judge bench of the Indian Supreme Court delivered the landmark Justice K.S. Puttaswamy & Ors v. Union of India judgment on privacy. In this book, the authors look at the embodiment of privacy in the judgment to examine the ways in which the bench articulated the question of gender. They argue that while Puttaswamy has been central in clarifying the extent of (and extensions to) the right to privacy as a fundamental right, the discourse on this has long existed in India — in various gendered social movements, policy-making around women’s rights, feminist historiography, and discourses on the family, sexual rights, autonomy and choice (in and outside courts), dignity, and critiques of surveillance — and provides an important context within which the judgment becomes especially relevant. The authors unpack the underlying logics of the right to privacy within the default prism of the notional identity of the normative household and offer an entry point to re-read existing jurisprudence on rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment, atrocity, and sexual violence and humiliation under conditions of mass violence. They suggest a springboard for the possibility of theorizing personhood within the right to privacy, arguing that while the judgment sets up radical precedent on the questions of sexual minorities, it remains trapped in a reductionist reading of the female body within heteronormativity.
Welcome to the captivating biography of "The Life and Times of Jaipal Singh Munda" by Santosh Kiro, a compelling narrative that illuminates the remarkable journey of one of India's most influential tribal leaders. Prepare to be inspired and enlightened as you follow Jaipal Singh Munda's extraordinary life story, from his humble beginnings to his pioneering efforts in championing the rights and dignity of tribal communities. Join Santosh Kiro as he delves into the life and legacy of Jaipal Singh Munda, a visionary leader and tireless advocate for tribal rights and empowerment. Through Kiro's meticulous research and vivid storytelling, readers are transported to the tribal heartlands of India, where Jaipal Singh Munda's indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment to social justice continue to inspire generations. As you navigate through the pages of "The Life and Times of Jaipal Singh Munda," you'll witness Jaipal Singh Munda's transformative journey from a young boy growing up in a remote village to a pioneering politician and social reformer on the national stage. Kiro's intimate portrayal of Munda's personal struggles, triumphs, and setbacks offers readers a profound insight into the challenges faced by tribal communities in India and the enduring resilience of the human spirit. With its blend of biography, history, and social commentary, "The Life and Times of Jaipal Singh Munda" sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of India's tribal communities and the visionary leaders who fought for their rights and dignity. Kiro's powerful narrative and deep empathy for his subject make this book a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of India's indigenous peoples and the quest for social justice. Since its publication, "The Life and Times of Jaipal Singh Munda" has been hailed as a seminal work in the field of tribal studies, earning acclaim for its thorough research, compelling storytelling, and nuanced analysis. Its enduring relevance and impact attest to the importance of Jaipal Singh Munda's legacy and the ongoing struggle for tribal rights and empowerment in India. As you journey through the pages of "The Life and Times of Jaipal Singh Munda," you'll be inspired by Munda's courage, vision, and unwavering commitment to the cause of tribal empowerment. Kiro's biography serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of leadership and the enduring legacy of those who dare to dream of a more just and equitable society. In conclusion, "The Life and Times of Jaipal Singh Munda" is more than just a biography—it's a tribute to the indomitable spirit of Jaipal Singh Munda and the countless tribal leaders who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of social justice and equality. Whether you're a student of history, a champion of social change, or simply someone who appreciates a good story, this book offers a powerful and inspiring journey through the life of one of India's greatest leaders. Don't miss your chance to discover the extraordinary life of Jaipal Singh Munda with "The Life and Times of Jaipal Singh Munda" by Santosh Kiro. Join the countless readers who have been inspired and moved by Munda's remarkable journey, and experience the enduring legacy of one of India's most influential tribal leaders. Grab your copy now and embark on a journey of discovery, inspiration, and empowerment.
In India as elsewhere, peripheries have frequently been viewed through the eyes of the centre. This book aims at reversing the gaze, presenting the perspectives of low castes, tribes, or other subalterns in a way that amplifies their ability to voice their own concerns. This volume takes a multidimensional perspective, citing political, economic and cultural factors as expressions of the autonomous assertions of these groups. Questioning the exclusive definitions of the Brahmanical, folk and tribal elements, the articles bring together the empowering possibilities enabled by three recent theoretical developments: of anthropologies questioning the fringes of mainstream society in India; critically engaged histories from below, which problematize subaltern identities; and a conceptual emphasis on everyday ethnography as an arena for negotiations and transactions which contest wider networks of power and hegemony. This book will be useful to those in sociology, anthropology, politics, history, study of religions, minority studies, cultural studies and those interested in social development, and issues of marginality, tribes and subaltern identity.
