The Politics of Autonomy: Indian Experiences by Ranabir Samaddar


The Politics of Autonomy: Indian Experiences
Title : The Politics of Autonomy: Indian Experiences
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ISBN : 0761934529
ISBN-10 : 9780761934523
Language : English
Format Type : Hardcover
Number of Pages : 316
Publication : First published January 1, 2006

The purpose of this critical political inquiry is to look into the conditions and dimensions of autonomy, their historical nature, and their political significance in terms of enriching democracy. The volume catalogues the resistance to the power of the state-the demand for autonomy in other words-that is encountered among various sections of society such as women, ethnic groups, and classes. In particular, the issues discussed are: women′s autonomy; peace accords; the nature of federalism in the Indian constitution; autonomy and international law; resources for autonomy.