{"product_id":"understanding-social-movements-1","title":"Understanding Social Movements","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e M.H. Makwana and Richard Pais (Eds)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rawat Publications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9788131612507\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 370\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.3 x 3.3 x 0.8 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding Social Movements\u003c\/strong\u003e is a comprehensive volume that explores the intricate dynamics, evolution, and impact of social movements, especially in the Indian context. Edited by distinguished sociologists M.H. Makwana and Richard Pais, this book provides a multidimensional perspective on how collective actions emerge, organize, and challenge existing social structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book opens with a theoretical foundation, discussing key sociological frameworks such as Functionalism, Marxism, Resource Mobilization Theory, Strain Theory, and New Social Movement Theories. These conceptual tools help in analyzing the motivations, structures, and phases of social movements—from emergence to decline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivided into six thematic sections, the volume provides focused insights into major Indian movements. It begins with \u003cstrong\u003eTribal Movements\u003c\/strong\u003e, shedding light on regional disparities and local dynamics. The \u003cstrong\u003eDalit Movements\u003c\/strong\u003e section unpacks the historical and contemporary struggles for dignity and rights. \u003cstrong\u003eBackward Classes Movements\u003c\/strong\u003e explore caste-based mobilizations in states like Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The \u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Movements\u003c\/strong\u003e section includes reflections on India's ecological struggles such as the Save Silent Valley, Chipko, and Narmada Bachao Andolan. \u003cstrong\u003eWomen’s Movements\u003c\/strong\u003e highlight feminist journeys, caste-gender intersections, and the ongoing evolution of women's rights in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether it's the spiritual reforms of Buddhism and Jainism, or the contemporary voices of Nirbhaya and MeToo movements, this volume maps India’s vibrant history of protest and change. Ideal for students, researchers, administrators, and policy planners, this book acts as both a primer and a reference guide for understanding the socio-political landscape of India through its movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Editors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM.H. Makwana\u003c\/strong\u003e served as Professor and Head of Sociology at Gujarat University and later as Dean at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University of Social Sciences. A prolific scholar and institutional leader, he has contributed significantly to social science research and policymaking, including work with the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRichard Pais\u003c\/strong\u003e is former Professor and Head, Department of Sociology at St Aloysius College, Mangaluru, and currently Vice-President of the Indian Social Science Association. A highly decorated academic, he has authored and edited 24 books, contributed numerous research papers, and serves as editor of several prestigious journals. He also acts as Academic Consultant for Sulabh International Social Service Organisation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rawat Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50002412994864,"sku":"DRG.RawatPublications_9788131612507","price":972.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/41VpyuCKc1L.jpg?v=1756464408","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/understanding-social-movements-1","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}