ANTH 8930 - Postcoloniality in South Asia:Confronting Nationalism,Religion,and Politics

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California Institute of Integral Studies

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This course examines histories of postcoloniality in South Asia. Addressing competing nationalisms in Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bangladesh, and focusing on India and Pakistan, we will inquire into institutionalized and gendered violence in nation building in South Asia. We will explore the intersections of globalization and militarization, and constructions of sectarian, monolithic, and religious nationalisms. We will trace contested histories of state building via Hindu majoritarianism in India and military dictatorship in Pakistan. How do current formulations of state limit a resolution to conflict in Kashmir and escalate nuclear politics in South Asia What democratic forces intervene for justice and peace

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2.00 - 3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ciis.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 575-6100

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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