Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Synopsis This subject examines the relationship between tradition and modernity, political integration and disintegration, social and economic change, the nature of power and authority, and the concept of the secular state in India. Special attention will be paid to caste, poverty, minority groups, political parties and elections.
Assessment Written (2500 words): 40% + Tutorial attendance, presentation and participation: 10% + Examination (3 hours): 50%.