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Manu Pillai, "Gods, Guns and Missionaries: The Making of the Modern Hindu Identity" (Allen Lane, 2025)

New Books in Indian Religions

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Raja Ram Mohan Roy and the Quest for Hindu Identity

This chapter examines the evolution of Hinduism and the complexities of Hindu identity through the lens of Raja Ram Mohan Roy in the 19th century. It highlights his critical stance on religion as a human construct and emphasizes the need for reform within Hinduism to enhance community empowerment.

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