Conference report on pastoral nomadism - focuses on ecological constraints, economic conditions and social structure, human environment and economic disparity, discusses trends in the evolution of pastoral societys in relation to settled agricultural population and urban area so…
"Popular Western images of Indian women range from the submissive bride behind her veil to the powerful, active women of Indian politics. In this lively and unique book, Patricia and Roger Jeffery present a different perspective on women's lives. Focusing on the mundane rather t…
This book provides a holistic understanding of the complexities of Indian society by analyzing the historical, cultural and political bases of social stratification. It will be of particular interest to students and scholars of sociology, social anthropology, and political socio…