Role and Image of Law in India
The Tribal Experience
- Vasudha Dhagamwar - Multiple Action Research Group, New Delhi
Examining three tribes of India, the author traces the historical roots of their dispossession, their engagement with and subjugation by the British, and how their ordeal of disempowerment continues, even after independence.
The book offers new research data from a variety of sources and by bringing together insights from anthropology, ancient history and law, it draws political conclusions that are deeply relevant in today's world.
This is an interesting book on the tribes of Central India, about their history, culture and problems. The government should do more to develop their socio-economy…It is recommended to all students, researchers and administrators in social anthropology, law and governance.