| Description |
1 online resource |
| Series |
SpringerBriefs in Anthropology, 2195-0806 |
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SpringerBriefs in Anthropology, 2195-0806
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| Contents |
History of Nepal amid contentions: the rise of Medhesi identity -- Ethnic awakening in South Asia: drawing analogy with Nepal -- The construction of Nepali identity: onset of Madhes struggle -- Democratic innovations, globalisation and identity formation -- The vulnerable sovereign -- Contemporary politics: directions and dilemma -- End of a rebellion or beginning of new era of revolution? |
| Summary |
This book is set against the burning issue of ethnic uprisings in the Madhes region of Nepal and analyses debates on the idea of contemporary Nepal. The limited view of Nepal as a primarily hill nation with Nepali-speaking people ignores the vast ethnic and linguistic diversity of the country. It has particularly rendered stateless the Madhesi community which inhabits the plains bordering India and shares closer cultural affinity and marital ties across the border. Increasing demands for ethnic and territorial autonomy by the Madhesis suggest the need for redefining the idea of Nepal and establishing Madhesi identity as Nepali identity while at the same time addressing the deeply contested idea of regional versus social identity in the region. This book uses narratives from the Madhesi community including from prominent Madhesi analysts and activists, to define their identity as well as their aspirations in a democratic Nepal. It also provides a perspective on the internal dynamics of caste and language of this region and their possible impact on consolidating ethnic identities in Nepal |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
SOCIAL SCIENCE -- Essays.
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SOCIAL SCIENCE -- Reference.
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Politics and government
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Ethnicity
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Peace
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Social sciences
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Tarai (India and Nepal) -- Politics and government
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Asia -- Tarai
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Asia
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| Genre/Form |
History
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9789811029264 |
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9811029261 |
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