Changing Village India

Book Details:

• Author: Brij Raj Chauhan

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9788131605318

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.8 x 1.0 inches

• Pages: 375

About the Book:
Village Studies in India by Brij Raj Chauhan explores the significance of India’s villages in shaping social, political, and economic landscapes. The book offers an in-depth analysis of the rural communities that remain a sturdy part of India’s identity, both as an organizing principle and as a way of life. The collection of 26 research papers, thematically organized into five sections, highlights the role of villages in development administration, political events, constitutional amendments, empowerment of marginalized groups, and socio-psychological dynamics.

The book emphasizes the "pluriverse" nature of Indian society, countering the universal principles often applied to rural studies. Through this research, Chauhan demonstrates the capacity of villages to provide critical insights into regional planning, social sciences, and the complexities of rural India. This comprehensive collection is invaluable for social scientists, policy makers, regional planners, administrators, and scholars seeking to understand the dynamics of village life and its impact on India’s development.

Contents:

• Development Administration in Indian Villages

• The Role of Political Events in Village Dynamics

• Constitutional Amendments and Village Empowerment

• Marginalized Groups and Social Justice in Villages

• Socio-Psychological Probes into Rural Life

About the Author:
Brij Raj Chauhan is a pioneer in the field of village studies in India. He earned his education at Lucknow University and Berkeley, California. He has served as the Founder Professor of Sociology at Meerut University, Fellow at G.B. Pant Social Science Institute, Allahabad, and President of the Indian Sociological Society. Chauhan has authored several influential books and articles on village studies and has directed key research projects. His expertise and contributions have helped shape the academic discourse on rural India.