Muslim Question in Assam and Northeast India

This book explores the transformation of Muslim identity in Assam, analyzing the impact of indigenous secularism, Hindu nationalism, and majoritarian politics, Muslim immigration, the Assam Movement, and the divide between Assamese and neo-Assamese. It will be a valuable addition to the literature on Muslim minority politics in Assam and northeast India, particularly in light of current debates on illegal immigration and citizenship.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 192 pages
\n Publication date: 30 March 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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This comprehensive work delves into a thorough examination of the intricate process by which the socio-political identity of Muslims in Assam has undergone a profound transformation. It explores a range of critical issues, including the challenges faced by Muslims under India's indigenous secularism, the rise of Hindu nationalism, and the emergence of majoritarian politics. The book also sheds light on the significant influx of Muslim immigrants into Assam following Independence, the ensuing Assam Movement, and the subsequent shift in the political landscape, as Muslims transitioned from being a mere vote bank to becoming an autonomous force.

Furthermore, it delves into the role of Jamiat, a prominent Muslim organization, in shaping the identity of Muslims in Assam. It examines the historical roots of the divide between Assamese and neo-Assamese communities, highlighting the impact of colonialism and cultural assimilation on the formation of distinct identities.

By examining the history and contemporary politics of the state, the book seeks to unravel how these factors have shaped the evolving context of Muslim identity in Assam. It emphasizes the historical precedence of an Assamese identity over religious and linguistic identities, which has only recently been challenged.

In light of the ongoing debates surrounding illegal immigration, the National Register of Citizens of India (NRC) and the Citizenship (Amendment) Act 2019, this book emerges as a timely addition to the existing literature on Muslim minority politics in Assam and northeast India. It offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics that govern the relationship between Muslims and the state, providing a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by this marginalized community.

This book is of immense value to scholars and researchers in the fields of political science, sociology, political sociology, minority studies, northeast India studies, demography and immigration studies, and development studies. It will appeal to a wide range of readers, including those interested in minority politics, communal politics, identity politics, migration, citizenship issues, and South Asian studies.

\n Weight: 454g\n
Dimension: 160 x 242 x 18 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367429676\n \n