Product description This book is a hard-hitting sociological critique of India's nationalist historiography. The National Movement is also examined critically. Students of sociology, social anthropology, political science, and Indian history will take an interest in this volume. Review `What explains the failure of Indian nationalism to deliver an Indian national identity? ... this work by G. Aloysius offers an interesting answer.' John Hickman, Contemporary South Asia (2000) `it is a welcome addition to the growing body of literature that challenges the conventional wisdom of nationalist historians and the obvious apologias of Indian postmodernists.' Survival About the Author G. Aloysius, Researcher, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.