Food Anthropology in India

This book explores food in India, tracing its evolution from prehistoric times to contemporary trends while examining the intersections between culture, rituals, environment, and the economy. It analyzes preferences and taboos from various perspectives and discusses consumption practices, agricultural challenges, and sustainable practices.

Format: Hardback
Length: 154 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the rich tapestry of food in India, tracing its evolution from prehistoric times to the vibrant contemporary food trends that shape the country's culinary landscape. It explores the intricate intersections between culture, rituals, environment, and the economy, shedding light on the profound relationship between food, ingredients, and eating practices. By examining historical, medicinal, and religious texts, the book offers a comprehensive historical perspective on food and food preferences in India. It analyzes preferences and taboos from diverse social, anthropological, cultural, political, and economic angles, unraveling how food practices influence and are shaped by religion, production and distribution, ecology, and social class.

The book also delves into consumption practices, addressing issues such as food production challenges, agricultural distress, food and farming reforms, the globalization of food, the adoption of sustainable practices, and the future of farming, diets, and eating. Through engaging and comprehensive narratives, this book serves as a vital resource for scholars and researchers in anthropology, social and cultural anthropology, sociology, cultural studies, political studies, development studies, and food studies. It provides a deep understanding of the complex dynamics that shape India's food system, offering valuable insights into the cultural, social, and economic factors that contribute to its evolution and transformation.

Weight: 368g
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367352707