A definite reflections on India in the twenty first century by a great critique of our time. The book is divided into six parts.
1. The transformation of India
2. Ideas of Indianness
3. India at work and at play
4. Indians who helped make my India
5. Experiences of India
6. The A to Z of being Indian
The book has a lot of highs and some lows. The first three sections are remarkable when you see the author identifies contradicting identities of Indianness and presents them. His treatment of religious fundamentalism is definite and thorough. The minutiae at which he has observed some activities and thoughts definitely mandates appreciation. The fourth chapter which is a chapter of biographies is a definite eye opener. There are so many great Indians whose contributions are marginalised is definitely something we should be sorry about.
Last two chapters looked too much of a personal opinion and could not hold my interest. But overall a great book and author is a not only a great observer or critique he also has understood India through the plurality she represents. A remarkable achievement in explaining India of modern times!!!
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