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This book explores the lives of ten remarkable women and men who played pivotal roles in shaping the Indian Constitution. From challenging caste norms to advocating for freedom of speech, they contributed ideas that were significant in moulding India as we know it today. They are:
Dr B.R. Ambedkar
Jaipal Singh Munda
Alladi Krishnaswami Ayyar
Dakshayani Velayudhan
Hasrat Mohani
K.M. Munshi
Hansa Mehta
James Joy Mohon Nichols Roy
G. Durgabai
Jawaharlal Nehru
Karthik Venkatesh examines their lives, challenges and the complex socio-political landscape that influenced their efforts, demonstrating how they collectively forged the path to modern India.
Imprint: Duckbill
Published: Jan/2025
ISBN: 9780143473152
Length : 136 Pages
MRP : ₹250.00
Imprint: Penguin Audio
Published:
ISBN:
Imprint: Duckbill
Published: Jan/2025
ISBN:
Length : 136 Pages
MRP : ₹250.00
This book explores the lives of ten remarkable women and men who played pivotal roles in shaping the Indian Constitution. From challenging caste norms to advocating for freedom of speech, they contributed ideas that were significant in moulding India as we know it today. They are:
Dr B.R. Ambedkar
Jaipal Singh Munda
Alladi Krishnaswami Ayyar
Dakshayani Velayudhan
Hasrat Mohani
K.M. Munshi
Hansa Mehta
James Joy Mohon Nichols Roy
G. Durgabai
Jawaharlal Nehru
Karthik Venkatesh examines their lives, challenges and the complex socio-political landscape that influenced their efforts, demonstrating how they collectively forged the path to modern India.
Karthik Venkatesh grew up in Bangalore, speaking Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, English, Dakhani and Hindi. He tried to learn French but failed. He did learn Punjabi though. Once an MBA, he later studied education and taught English and History in a school. He now edits for a living and writes whenever the fancy strikes him. Karthik lives in Bangalore with his wife Amarinder, children Geet and Neil, and dog Norah. He has plans to adopt another dog and have a mini aquarium. On weekday mornings, he often runs. On weekends, he naps.
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