: It explores how colonial-era racial theories were used to create a "crisp distinction" between identities that were once blurred, specifically targeting the Dravidian and Dalit communities .
by Rajiv Malhotra and Aravindan Neelakandan is a provocative deep dive into the complex geopolitical and academic forces allegedly working to fracture India's national identity. Breaking India: Western Interventions in Dravid...
The book argues that certain Western interests—including academic institutions, religious organizations, and government bodies—are systematically exploiting India's internal social divisions to undermine its sovereignty. Core Arguments and Insights : It explores how colonial-era racial theories were
: A key highlight in the book discusses how the British colonial administration took away women's traditional property rights, which the authors argue led to the modern-day "dowry extortions" often blamed on Indian culture. Breaking India: Western Interventions in Dravid...