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Caste and Gender Identities in 19th India by Salvika Shahi is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the consolidation of caste and gender identities in nineteenth-century India, highlighting how colonialism influenced these identities through categorization and reform efforts. It examines the role of the census in shaping caste perceptions and the emergence of gender discourses surrounding issues like Sati and widow remarriage, revealing the complexities of agency and representation. The analysis underscores the interplay between colonial powers and Indian social structures, as well
- Author
- Salvika Shahi
- Language
- EN