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Muzaffar Ali

India, Habermas and the Normative Structure of Public Sphere

India, Habermas and the Normative Structure of Public Sphere

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This book challenges Habermass' theory of the public sphere by proposing a normative Indian public sphere that is embedded in the Indian context. It suggests that the dynamic cooperative space between Indian political theory and contemporary Indian philosophy is suited to theorize the native idea of the Indian public sphere, which can further the multilayered democratization of public spheres within diverse communities in India.

Format: Hardback
Length: 164 pages
Publication date: 19 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This comprehensive work delves into the intricate complexities of the contemporary Indian context, presenting a formidable theoretical challenge to Habermass' conceptualization of the public sphere. Through the rigorous application of the method of samvāda, the book critically examines and dissects the universalist claims made by Habermas. It encourages the reader to explore the possibility of envisioning a normative Indian public sphere that is firmly rooted in the unique contours of the Indian context, transcending the derivative language prevalent in philosophical and political discourses within Indian academia. The book proposes that the dynamic interplay between Indian political theory and contemporary Indian philosophy provides an ideal platform for theorizing the indigenous concept of the Indian public sphere. It underscores the imperative need for a natively theorized Indian public sphere to facilitate the multifaceted democratization of public spheres within the diverse communities that comprise Indian society.

This book is a vital resource for scholars engaged in contemporary studies in philosophy, political theory, sociology, postcolonial theory, history, and media and communication studies. It offers insightful perspectives and analytical frameworks that will deepen our understanding of the complex dynamics shaping the Indian public sphere and its role in fostering democratic discourse and social transformation.

Weight: 490g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032370996

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