Invented identities

"This book examines the construction of gender identities in different socio-religious contexts in the Indian subcontinent. It explores gender identities across many dimensions, regions and historical periods, touching upon, among others, the Vedas, spirit possession, caste and untouchability, religious and folk narratives, and communal violence." "This book provides a better understanding of how gender identities have been invented and valued in different historical, religious and regional contexts in India. With contributions from renowned scholars of South Asia, it is compulsory reading for those interested in gender, sociology, history and Indology."--Jacket.

Year

2000

Language

English

Publisher

School of Oriental and African Studies

Editions

1

Pages

324

ISBN

9780195652932

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