The Yoga of Power
Political Thought and Practice in India
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The Yoga of Power: Political Thought and Practice in India explores the multifaceted meanings of yoga throughout history, demonstrating its significant role in political thought and practice.
The book challenges conventional understandings of yoga by examining its presence in ancient texts, its influence on anti-colonial movements, and its contemporary manifestations.
It reveals how yoga has been used as a tool for empowerment, self-governance, and resistance, highlighting its intricate connections to power dynamics.
The authors delve into diverse interpretations of yoga, showcasing its adaptability and relevance across various historical and social contexts.
Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, the book offers a compelling and nuanced perspective on the political dimensions of yoga.
The book challenges conventional understandings of yoga by examining its presence in ancient texts, its influence on anti-colonial movements, and its contemporary manifestations.
It reveals how yoga has been used as a tool for empowerment, self-governance, and resistance, highlighting its intricate connections to power dynamics.
The authors delve into diverse interpretations of yoga, showcasing its adaptability and relevance across various historical and social contexts.
Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, the book offers a compelling and nuanced perspective on the political dimensions of yoga.
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