BR 148/2023 - wl-1888-The Quest for Parity in the Making of Indian Nationalism; The Muslim Secular: Parity and the Politics of India’s Partition by Amar Sohal, Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2023; pp 328, ₹995.

Key Points

• The quest for parity in the context of Indian nationalism affects the political landscape post-partition.
• The book investigates how Muslim identities intersect with secular values amid the complexities of India's partition.
• The analysis emphasizes the role of secularism in shaping political ideologies within the Indian context.
• Key themes include nationalism, the influence of political decisions, and the pursuit of equitable representation.