RELI0345A-S11
Modern Hinduism
Seminar in Hindu Studies: Colonialism, Reform, and Nationalism in Modern Hinduism
In this course we will study the historical and political contexts of modern Hinduism in South Asia. We will begin with the colonial critique of Hinduism in the 19th century and the resulting movements of reform, focusing on major debates on image worship, caste, and the position of women. We will then consider the rise of Hindu nationalism, paying particular attention to the role of mass media (print, television/film, and the Internet). Working with textual and visual material, we will explore the role of Hinduism in defining cultural and national identity. (RELI 0140) 3hrs. sem.
In this course we will study the historical and political contexts of modern Hinduism in South Asia. We will begin with the colonial critique of Hinduism in the 19th century and the resulting movements of reform, focusing on major debates on image worship, caste, and the position of women. We will then consider the rise of Hindu nationalism, paying particular attention to the role of mass media (print, television/film, and the Internet). Working with textual and visual material, we will explore the role of Hinduism in defining cultural and national identity. (RELI 0140) 3hrs. sem.
- Term:
- Spring 2011
- Location:
- Munroe Hall 401(MNR 401)
- Schedule:
- 2:50pm-4:05pm on Monday, Wednesday (Feb 7, 2011 to May 9, 2011)
- Type:
- Seminar
- Instructors:
- Vasudha Paramasivan
- Subject:
- Religion
- Department:
- Religion
- Division:
- Humanities
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- AAL PHL
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 22088
- Subject Code:
- RELI
- Course Number:
- 0345
- Section Identifier:
- A