Communal and Pan-Islamic Trends in Colonial India

The book is a collection of 20 papers on communal and pan-Islamic trends in British India, covering various aspects of the Khilafat and Non-cooperation movements, communal riots, communal consciousness in literature, and the historiography of communalism in India. It includes regional studies on Assam and the Central Provinces.

Format: Hardback
Length: 460 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2023
Publisher: Manohar Publishers and Distributors

This book is a remarkable compilation of 20 scholarly papers that delve into the intricate dynamics of communal and pan-Islamic trends in British India. The contributors, renowned historians and political scientists, have dedicated their expertise to exploring these complex issues, making this book a valuable resource for scholars and researchers alike. The papers, spanning a wide range of perspectives, offer insightful analyses of various aspects of the Khilafat and Non-cooperation movements, communal riots, communal consciousness in literature, the role of religion in 'Muslim politics, and the historiography of communalism in India. Additionally, regional studies on Assam and the Central Provinces provide valuable insights into areas that have been overlooked in previous studies on the Khilafat movement and communal relations. Many of these papers were originally presented at two seminars organized by the Department of History, Jamia Millia Islamia, in 1979 and 1980, making them even more significant in the field of historical research. Overall, this book is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the contributors, and it will undoubtedly contribute to our understanding of the complex and multifaceted history of communal and pan-Islamic movements in British India.

Weight: 640g
Dimension: 150 x 226 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789394262652