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March 14, 2026Journal of Developing Societies0 citations

Exploring Landlessness and Mnemonic Security Among Irulas in Attappady, Kerala

Beyond Mnemonic Security: The Paradox of Title Deeds vis-á-vis Landlessness in Select Cases of Irulas in Attappady

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MMManisha Madhu

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This article uncovers the paradox of title deeds and landlessness in Irulas, highlighting epistemic violence and knowledge denial by the state.

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  • The research aims to explore the implications of landlessness and mnemonic security for the Irulas in Attappady, Kerala.
  • Analyzing state narratives and their impact on Irulas' land tenure security.
  • Examining the concept of mnemonic security and its role in the crisis.
  • Investigating the effects of land-awarding initiatives on the Irulas.
  • Proposing policy recommendations based on Irulas' perspectives.
  • Finds that state-mediated narratives distort the realities of landlessness among Irulas.
  • Highlights the presence of epistemic violence affecting Irulas' agency and knowledge.
  • Reveals that title deeds can intensify landlessness rather than mitigate it.
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Manisha Madhu (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b4adb518185d8a398018cchttps://doi.org/10.1177/0169796x261424980
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