{"product_id":"the-rss-icons-of-the-indian-right-new-edition","title":"The RSS : Icons Of The Indian Right (New Edition)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe RSS: Icons of the Indian Right\u003c\/strong\u003e by Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay examines the history, leadership and influence of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), one of the world's largest cadre-based organisations. Through detailed profiles of prominent figures associated with the Indian right wing, the book explores how the organisation evolved, the ideas that shaped it and its enduring place in India's political landscape. It is written for readers seeking a deeper understanding of contemporary Indian politics, the RSS and the individuals who have influenced its development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on decades of reporting and political analysis, Mukhopadhyay connects the personal journeys of influential leaders with the wider story of the Hindu right. The book considers the relationship between the RSS and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), placing key historical events, organisational developments and political movements within a broader national context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative brings together profiles of major personalities including K.B. Hedgewar, V.D. Savarkar, M.S. Golwalkar, Balasaheb Deoras, Syama Prasad Mukherjee, Deendayal Upadhyaya, Vijaya Raje Scindia, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Lal Krishna Advani, Ashok Singhal and Bal Thackeray. By examining their lives and roles, the book presents a wider picture of the evolution of the Indian right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe RSS: Icons of the Indian Right also discusses significant episodes in the organisation's history, including the periods when it faced government bans, its stated position on electoral politics and its continuing influence on the BJP. Based on the author's long engagement with the subject, the book combines political history with biographical accounts to explain the organisation's lasting significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfiles of influential leaders associated with the RSS and the Indian right.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe origins and development of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical context behind key political movements and organisations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe relationship between the RSS and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsights drawn from decades of political reporting and analysis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow individual leadership stories contribute to a broader political narrative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders interested in Indian politics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents and researchers of political history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose seeking to understand the RSS and the Hindu right.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of contemporary political non-fiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe RSS: Icons of the Indian Right provides a carefully structured account of the people, ideas and organisation that have shaped an important strand of Indian politics. Combining political history with biographical profiles, it offers valuable context for readers interested in the evolution and continuing influence of the RSS and the Indian right.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54534099271955,"sku":"BY36.324","price":650.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/the-rss-icons-of-the-indian-right-new-edition","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}