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Gujarat Under Modi: Laboratory of Today's India

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In 2012 Narendra Modi became the first Hindu nationalist politician thrice elected to lead a state of the Indian Union, his stewardship as Chief Minister of Gujarat being the longest in that state's history. Modi and his BJP supporters explained his achievement by pointing to economic growth under his leadership, yet detractors point out that Modi has been more business-friendly than market-friendly--to the benefit of large industrial corporations, and at the cost of great social polarization.

In 2002, an anti-Muslim pogrom of unparalleled ferocity occurred in Gujarat, leading to the biggest number of Muslim deaths since Partition. The state's Hindu majority immediately rallied around Modi. No serious riot has occurred in Gujarat since, but polarization was key to Modi's strategy there, and he has deployed that strategy again and again since he became Prime Minister of India in 2014. For Modi has cultivated a communal image. A marketing genius, his messaging combines the politics of Hindutva with economic modernization, to the clear appreciation of Gujarat's middle class.

Christophe Jaffrelot's revealing book shows how Modi's Gujarat served as the laboratory of Modi's India, not only in terms of Hindu majoritarianism and national populism, but also of caste and class politics.


Editorial Reviews

Review

"There are few writers with the rigour and knowledge of Modi's career like Jaffrelot . . . [Gujarat Under Modi] is a demanding but essential read about how one of the world's most effective politicians built his political base and brand."-- Financial Times

"Jaffrelot's acute analysis presents Modi's 'Gujarat model' as both a product of the state's distinctive political culture and a stark departure from its previous traditions . . . [It] powerfully illustrate[s] the perils for a democracy when authoritarian state power is yoked to a brute majoritarianism intent on bullying into submission minorities and dissenters.?"-- Times Literary Supplement

"Few writers have documented Modi's rise as rigorously as Christophe Jaffrelot . . . [He] meticulously details how Modi developed the prototype of Hindu authoritarianism in Gujarat . . . . Essential reading for those who want to understand contemporary India, and for anyone concerned about the state of democracy in the world."--Literary Review

"A magisterial analysis of Narendra Modi's systematic subversion of democracy in Gujarat ... Every institution was subjugated to his personal control - even his own party. Bigotry, vigilantism and cronyism thrived. Essential reading to understand Modi's effort to suffocate India's democracy." -- James Manor, School of Advanced Study, University of London

"Jaffrelot brings his trademark mastery of deep archives and a wealth of sources to provide a definitive account of how Gujarat became the laboratory of Hindutva, drawing on two decades of research. A landmark work for anyone interested in modern India's deep changes in recent decades." -- Thomas Blom Hansen, Professor of Anthropology, Stanford University

"Chronicles the violent bricolage assembled through amplifying the securitization of society, deep state mobilizations, debasement of institutions, casteism and minoritization, criminalization of dissent, and viral propaganda. Jaffrelot's consummate account demonstrates how this massive and populist undertaking led to Modi's extraordinary influence, and Hindu nationalism's incursion to take over India." -- Angana P. Chatterji, University of California, Berkeley

"[A] richly detailed book... . There are lessons here that reach beyond India's borders." -- Labour Hub

"A scholarly and empirical study ... The information and analysis presented in Gujarat Under Modi are vital for anyone seeking to understand contemporary Indian politics and the crisis of democracy in the Third World." -- Ghanshyam Shah, retired professor, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi, and former Director, Centre for Social Studies, Surat, Gujarat

"Professor Jaffrelot has worked on the manuscript painstakingly for over two decades, and the thoroughness of his primary and secondary research are apparent. It will be read widely by academics, journalists, and civil society in India as well as by those interested in this distinctive case of alt-right populism that is visible across democracies worldwide." -- Uday Chandra, Assistant Professor of Government at Georgetown University, Qatar

"One of the most important recent books to understand how Mr. Modi has controlled and governed India from 2014 by extending the template created in Gujarat from 2002 onward." -- The Wire

"Fascinating." -- The Hindu's Frontline magazine

"The enduring significance of Gujarat Under Modi lies in its capacity to deepen our understanding of the laboratory that is today's India. As we navigate the complexities of Indian politics and governance, Jaffrelot's work serves as a guiding light, illuminating the path forward with insights derived from rigorous scholarship and critical analysis." -- Prem Singh Gill, International Journal of Asian Studies

Book Description

The definitive account of Modi's rule over his home state of Gujarat, for better and worse--a template he now applies to India as a whole.

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Every product in the BOLO catalogue is sourced through our Verified Global Supply Network of verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

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Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of Bahrain. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the Bahrain will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in Bahrain are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

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Description:

In 2012 Narendra Modi became the first Hindu nationalist politician thrice elected to lead a state of the Indian Union, his stewardship as Chief Minister of Gujarat being the longest in that state's history. Modi and his BJP supporters explained his achievement by pointing to economic growth under his leadership, yet detractors point out that Modi has been more business-friendly than market-friendly--to the benefit of large industrial corporations, and at the cost of great social polarization.

In 2002, an anti-Muslim pogrom of unparalleled ferocity occurred in Gujarat, leading to the biggest number of Muslim deaths since Partition. The state's Hindu majority immediately rallied around Modi. No serious riot has occurred in Gujarat since, but polarization was key to Modi's strategy there, and he has deployed that strategy again and again since he became Prime Minister of India in 2014. For Modi has cultivated a communal image. A marketing genius, his messaging combines the politics of Hindutva with economic modernization, to the clear appreciation of Gujarat's middle class.

Christophe Jaffrelot's revealing book shows how Modi's Gujarat served as the laboratory of Modi's India, not only in terms of Hindu majoritarianism and national populism, but also of caste and class politics.


Editorial Reviews

Review

"There are few writers with the rigour and knowledge of Modi's career like Jaffrelot . . . [Gujarat Under Modi] is a demanding but essential read about how one of the world's most effective politicians built his political base and brand."-- Financial Times

"Jaffrelot's acute analysis presents Modi's 'Gujarat model' as both a product of the state's distinctive political culture and a stark departure from its previous traditions . . . [It] powerfully illustrate[s] the perils for a democracy when authoritarian state power is yoked to a brute majoritarianism intent on bullying into submission minorities and dissenters.?"-- Times Literary Supplement

"Few writers have documented Modi's rise as rigorously as Christophe Jaffrelot . . . [He] meticulously details how Modi developed the prototype of Hindu authoritarianism in Gujarat . . . . Essential reading for those who want to understand contemporary India, and for anyone concerned about the state of democracy in the world."--Literary Review

"A magisterial analysis of Narendra Modi's systematic subversion of democracy in Gujarat ... Every institution was subjugated to his personal control - even his own party. Bigotry, vigilantism and cronyism thrived. Essential reading to understand Modi's effort to suffocate India's democracy." -- James Manor, School of Advanced Study, University of London

"Jaffrelot brings his trademark mastery of deep archives and a wealth of sources to provide a definitive account of how Gujarat became the laboratory of Hindutva, drawing on two decades of research. A landmark work for anyone interested in modern India's deep changes in recent decades." -- Thomas Blom Hansen, Professor of Anthropology, Stanford University

"Chronicles the violent bricolage assembled through amplifying the securitization of society, deep state mobilizations, debasement of institutions, casteism and minoritization, criminalization of dissent, and viral propaganda. Jaffrelot's consummate account demonstrates how this massive and populist undertaking led to Modi's extraordinary influence, and Hindu nationalism's incursion to take over India." -- Angana P. Chatterji, University of California, Berkeley

"[A] richly detailed book... . There are lessons here that reach beyond India's borders." -- Labour Hub

"A scholarly and empirical study ... The information and analysis presented in Gujarat Under Modi are vital for anyone seeking to understand contemporary Indian politics and the crisis of democracy in the Third World." -- Ghanshyam Shah, retired professor, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi, and former Director, Centre for Social Studies, Surat, Gujarat

"Professor Jaffrelot has worked on the manuscript painstakingly for over two decades, and the thoroughness of his primary and secondary research are apparent. It will be read widely by academics, journalists, and civil society in India as well as by those interested in this distinctive case of alt-right populism that is visible across democracies worldwide." -- Uday Chandra, Assistant Professor of Government at Georgetown University, Qatar

"One of the most important recent books to understand how Mr. Modi has controlled and governed India from 2014 by extending the template created in Gujarat from 2002 onward." -- The Wire

"Fascinating." -- The Hindu's Frontline magazine

"The enduring significance of Gujarat Under Modi lies in its capacity to deepen our understanding of the laboratory that is today's India. As we navigate the complexities of Indian politics and governance, Jaffrelot's work serves as a guiding light, illuminating the path forward with insights derived from rigorous scholarship and critical analysis." -- Prem Singh Gill, International Journal of Asian Studies

Book Description

The definitive account of Modi's rule over his home state of Gujarat, for better and worse--a template he now applies to India as a whole.

Details: