M.S. Golwalkar, The RSS And India

M.S. Golwalkar, The RSS and India by Jyotirmaya Sharma examines the political ideas, writings, and speeches of Madhav Sadashiv Golwalkar, the second sarsanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The book explores Golwalkar's influence on Hindutva thought and examines the arguments surrounding Hindu nationalism, identity, and the idea of the nation in modern India. It is a researched work for readers interested in Indian politics, political thought, and contemporary debates on nationalism.

Through an analysis of Golwalkar's writings and public arguments, the book engages with the intellectual foundations of Hindutva and the political ideas associated with the RSS. It provides readers with a framework to understand the historical development and continuing relevance of debates around Hindu nationalism in India.

About This Book

M.S. Golwalkar, The RSS and India focuses on the ideas of Golwalkar, who played a significant role in shaping the RSS during his long tenure as its supreme guide. Jyotirmaya Sharma examines how Golwalkar's interpretations of nationhood, culture, and Hindu identity influenced the broader ideological traditions associated with Hindutva.

The book analyses the arguments presented in Golwalkar's writings and speeches while exploring their intellectual influences and political implications. It raises questions about concepts of the nation state, religious identity, and the relationship between Hinduism and Hindu nationalism, offering readers a critical engagement with these ideas and their contemporary manifestations.

What You'll Discover

• Golwalkar's role in shaping the RSS and Hindutva thought.
• An analysis of his writings and political arguments.
• The relationship between ideology, nationalism, and identity.
• The historical development of Hindu nationalist ideas.
• Debates around the meaning of Hinduism and being Hindu.
• The political significance of Hindutva in contemporary India.

Perfect For

• Readers interested in Indian political history.
• Students and researchers of political ideology.
• Readers exploring nationalism and religion in India.
• Those interested in Hindutva and RSS-related debates.

Why You'll Love This Book

M.S. Golwalkar, The RSS and India offers a focused examination of one of the most influential figures in the history of Hindutva thought. By analysing Golwalkar's ideas and their political context, the book provides readers with a deeper understanding of debates surrounding nationalism, identity, and ideology in contemporary India.