As a consequence of the recent activities and utterances of the aggressive
forces of Hinduism (or Hindutva), the twin issues of religion and identity are
at the forefront of social and political discourse in India. This has also led
to a growing interest in Buddhism and a reconsideration of the role of
Christianity and Islam in India as well as given rise to a far-reaching
reassessment of the cultural, spiritual and artistic heritage of the
subcontinent.
This fascinating book constitutes a unique exploration of 2,500 years of the
development of Buddhism, Brahmanism and caste in India, taking Dr Ambedkar`s
interpretation of Buddhism as its starting point. Providing