Description:
This is the first comprehensive study of the sociological profile of Indian political personnel at the state level. It examines the individual trajectory of 16 states, from the 1950s to 2000s, exploring the evolution of the caste background of their elected representatives known as Members of the Legislative Assembly, or MLAs.
Review Quotes:
'This book is highly recommended to readers interested in the current dynamics of
Indian politics, specifi cally with regard to the rise of 'the plebeians' to power, offering clear historical insights on some of the major Indian states and central issues concerning Indian politics.'- Anna Dugoni, SOAS, University of London; South Asia Research Vol. 30 No. 2 [July 2010]