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India is a very diverse country with many distinct pursuits, vastly different convictions, widely divergent customs, and a veritable feast of viewpoints. The Argumentative Indian brings together an illuminating selection of writings from Nobel prize-winning economist Amartya Sen that outline the need to understand contemporary India in the light of its long argumentative tradition.
The understanding and use of this rich argumentative tradition are critically important, Sen argues, for the success of India’s democracy, the defence of its secular politics, the removal of inequalities related to class, caste, gender and community, and the pursuit of sub-continental peace.
Publisher : Penguin UK (27 July 2006); Penguin Random House Ireland Limited; productsafety@penguin.co.uk
Language : English
Paperback : 432 pages
ISBN-10 : 0141012110
ISBN-13 : 978-0141012117
Item Weight : 317 g
Dimensions : 12.8 x 2.4 x 19.8 cm
Country of Origin : United Kingdom
Net Quantity : 750.00 Grams
Importer : Penguin Random House India Pvt Ltd
Packer : Penguin Random House India Pvt Ltd
Generic Name : BOOKS
Best Sellers Rank: #5,408 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #17 in Political Science (Books) #21 in Essays (Books) #27 in Anthropology (Books)
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Customers find the book fascinating and well-written, with one mentioning it’s an excellent resource for UPSC preparation. Moreover, they appreciate its insightful analysis of India’s history and culture, and one customer notes it provides a holistic view of the country. Additionally, the book receives positive feedback for its pacing, with one review highlighting its intimate look at historical figures, and customers consider it worth the money. However, the political content receives mixed reactions from customers.
