Politics of the Untouchables: Congress and the Bhangis: a Socio-political Analysis
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Politics of the Untouchables: Congress and the Bhangis: a Socio-pol...
Book Details
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Author: Shyam Lal
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Publisher: Rawat Publications
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Language: English
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Edition: 2016
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ISBN: 9788131607688
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Pages: 224
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Cover: Hardcover
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Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.8 x 0.8 inches
About the Book
This insightful study by Shyam Lal delves into the socio-political journey of the Bhangi community in Rajasthan, tracing their experiences from the pre-Independence era to the present day. Historically, the untouchables, particularly the Bhangis, remained loyal to the Gandhi Congress with the hope of achieving socio-economic and political justice, equality, and dignity. Despite this allegiance and over six decades of independence, discrimination and marginalization persist, leaving the Bhangis economically impoverished and politically underrepresented.
The book offers a comprehensive examination of the socio-economic, educational, and political transformations experienced by the Bhangis over the last sixty years. It raises critical questions about the role of mainstream political parties, especially the Congress, in the upliftment of this community. It also explores why the Bhangis, after a 130-year-long association, are now distancing themselves from the Congress and how they perceive the party’s actions toward their welfare.
Blending historical perspective with contemporary analysis, this work provides a variety of academic insights and serves as an important resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone concerned with the upliftment of marginalized communities and the changing political landscape of India.
