The Materiality of Politics: Volume 2: Subject Positions in Politics (Anthem South Asian Studies)

ISBN: 184331276X

Author: Samaddar, Ranabir

Condition: New

The Materiality of Politics uses a series of historical illustrations to reveal the physicality and underlying materiality of political processes. Volume 2, subtitled Subject Positions in Politics focuses on the political subject emerging from post-colonial politics. The 1940s are closely examined in order to trace the genesis of the modern Indian political subject, his/her dreams of liberty and recognition of freedoms qualifications. Contentious politics illuminates the dual tendency of the political subject to demand justice in court, and engage in rebellious street politics, clamouring for justice and equality. As the author demonstrates, the subjects desire for the autonomy of politics manifests itself in various ways.