{"product_id":"snakes-in-the-ganga-hardcover","title":"Snakes In The Ganga | Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnakes in the Ganga by Rajiv Malhotra | Breaking India 2.0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnakes in the Ganga: Breaking India 2.0\u003c\/strong\u003e by Rajiv Malhotra and Vijaya Viswanathan examines contemporary debates about India's civilisation, politics, education, culture, and national identity. The authors present an argument about what they describe as a growing network of ideological and institutional influences affecting India, particularly through ideas and frameworks originating in Western academia and social movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book focuses on the authors' concerns about the application of contemporary Western social theories to Indian society. It discusses topics including critical race theory, caste, social-justice frameworks, identity politics, and what the authors refer to as the \"woke\" movement, arguing that these ideas can be transferred to India in ways that do not adequately account for its distinct historical and cultural context.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHarvard University and its intellectual influence receive particular attention, with the authors examining collaborations and exchanges involving Indian academics, activists, journalists, artists, and institutions. The book also considers the role of private universities, Indian corporations, environmental, social, and governance frameworks, and educational policy in the spread of ideas the authors believe can affect India's social and institutional landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnother major theme is the relationship between ideology, international influence, and national security. The authors discuss China's role, debates surrounding India's educational policies, and what they describe as an emerging ecosystem that could contribute to a renewed form of external influence over Indian institutions and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You’ll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern social theories in India:\u003c\/strong\u003e Examine the authors' analysis of how concepts from Western academic and political discourse are being applied to Indian society.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaste and critical race theory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the book's discussion of attempts to compare India's caste structures with race-based frameworks used in the United States.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWokeism and identity politics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Understand the authors' critique of contemporary social-justice and identity-based movements and their perceived influence in India.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcademic and institutional influence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Examine the role attributed to universities, scholars, activists, and other institutions in shaping public discourse.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorporate and ESG frameworks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the authors' concerns about the adoption of environmental, social, and governance standards within Indian companies.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEducation and policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consider the book's discussion of India's National Education Policy 2020 and broader debates about educational reform.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeopolitics and national security:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the authors' arguments about international influence, China, sovereignty, and India's strategic interests.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecolonisation and civilisational identity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engage with questions about India's cultural heritage, institutions, intellectual independence, and the direction of its future.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eReaders interested in Indian political and cultural debates\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStudents of Indian civilisation, public policy, and political thought\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReaders exploring decolonisation and national identity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThose interested in education, academia, and institutional influence\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReaders following debates about identity politics and social theory\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReaders interested in geopolitics, sovereignty, and India's national security\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You’ll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnakes in the Ganga\u003c\/strong\u003e presents a strongly argued perspective on contemporary debates surrounding Indian civilisation, institutions, ideology, and external influence. Its wide-ranging discussion connects academic theories, education, corporate practices, public policy, geopolitics, and cultural identity into a larger argument about India's future.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor readers who want to engage with one side of an active and contested debate about India's social and intellectual landscape, this paperback provides a detailed account of Rajiv Malhotra and Vijaya Viswanathan's arguments. The edition also includes access to trimmed back matter through a QR code printed after the final chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rajiv Malhotra and Vijaya Viswanathan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54604218007827,"sku":"BY13.6019","price":750.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/snakes-in-the-ganga-hardcover","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}