Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar and the Question of Socialism in India
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Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar and the Question of Socialism in India
Book Details:
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Author: V. Geetha
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Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
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Language: English
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Edition: 2022
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ISBN: 9783031104404
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Pages: 372
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Cover: Hardcover
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Release Date: 09-08-2022
About the Book
This pathbreaking book critically examines Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s engagement with socialism—not as an imported ideological framework, but as a concept deeply rooted in India’s socio-political realities. Instead of interpreting Ambedkar through a socialist lens, author V. Geetha offers a compelling reversal: she evaluates socialism itself through Ambedkar’s critique of India’s caste-ridden social totality.
By drawing connections between Ambedkar’s radical thinking and global as well as indigenous intellectual currents, the book provides a panoramic view of his thought world. It delves into his understanding of colonial rule and state, his interpretation of history and progress, and his vision of nationalism that stands apart from mainstream socialist narratives. Particularly insightful are his sharp critiques of the caste system, Brahmanical philosophy, and his distinctive embrace of Buddhism as an ethical and social alternative.
With its thematic richness and scholarly depth, this book is an essential read for students and scholars of political thought, Ambedkar studies, and Indian sociology.
Contents:
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Introduction
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‘A Part Apart’: The Life and Times of Dr. Ambedkar
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Pax Britannica: Conceptualizing Colonial Rule and State
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A New Time: Arguing with History and Imagining Utopia
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Graded Inequality and Untouchability: Towards the Annihilation of Caste
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The Pre-requisites of Communism: Rethinking Revolution
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What Path to Salvation? The Conundrum of Social Reproduction
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Buddha or Karl Marx: Fraternal Ethics and Economic Justice
About the Author
V. Geetha is a renowned independent scholar based in Chennai, India. Known for her interdisciplinary approach and deep engagement with social justice, gender, and caste, she brings clarity and insight into one of India’s most complex political thinkers—Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
