EPISODE · Apr 14, 2024 · 1H 45M
S4E3- Mandal, Mandir and the 90s with Sunil Menon and Indranil Dutta
from Desi Academia Podcast · host Desi Academia Podcast
Join us on a thought-provoking journey as we explore the intersection of academia and politics with our guests from Jawaharlal Nehru University. From the Mandal Commission to the Mandir movement, we delve into some pivotal moments that shaped India's socio-political landscape. With our guests, we engage in a discourse on the "politics of the moral" and the emergence of militarized Hindutva, reflecting on its impact on society and academia alike. Join us as we discover firsthand experiences of academics as they navigate the complexities of their personal and professional lives while engaging with politics in the 90s and beyond. Tune in for insightful discussions and candid reflections on the challenges and opportunities of academia in a politically charged world. Recommendations Megh Has Uttar Pradesh’s economy surpassed Tamil Nadu?: https://frontline.thehindu.com/economy/uttar-pradesh-economy-comparison-with-tamil-nadu-south-india/article67821390.ece https://www.newslaundry.com/2024/02/16/an-absolutely-apolitical-space-why-jindal-university-suspended-two-students-this-week Vatsal Eyeshadow & Etihaas with Dr. Ruchika Sharma - YouTube
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Join us on a thought-provoking journey as we explore the intersection of academia and politics with our guests from Jawaharlal Nehru University. From the Mandal Commission to the Mandir movement, we delve into some pivotal moments that shaped India's socio-political landscape. With our guests, we engage in a discourse on the "politics of the moral" and the emergence of militarized Hindutva, reflecting on its impact on society and academia alike. Join us as we discover firsthand experiences of academics as they navigate the complexities of their personal and professional lives while engaging with politics in the 90s and beyond. Tune in for insightful discussions and candid reflections on the challenges and opportunities of academia in a politically charged world. Recommendations Megh Has Uttar Pradesh’s economy surpassed Tamil Nadu?: https://frontline.thehindu.com/economy/uttar-pradesh-economy-comparison-with-tamil-nadu-south-india/article67821390.ece https://www.newslaundry.com/2024/02/16/an-absolutely-apolitical-space-why-jindal-university-suspended-two-students-this-week Vatsal Eyeshadow & Etihaas with Dr. Ruchika Sharma - YouTube
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