The Argumentative Indian is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian history, culture, and identity. Amartya Sen's intellectual and political analysis provides a unique perspective on the country's diverse and complex issues, including Hindu traditions, social and economic disparities, and its role in the world. Sen's emphasis on the importance of India's argumentative tradition for the success of its democracy and secular politics is a standout feature of the book. Overall, this book is highly recommended for those seeking a deeper understanding of India.

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In sixteen linked essays, Nobel Prize-winning economist Amartya Sen discusses India's intellectual and political heritage and how its argumentative tradition is vital for the success of its democracy and secular politics. The Argumentative Indian is "a bracing sweep through aspects of Indian history and culture, and a tempered analysis of the highly charged disputes surrounding these subjects--the nature of Hindu traditions, Indian identity, the country's huge social and economic disparities, and its current place in the world" (Sunil Khilnani, Financial Times, U.K.).

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