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Mother India

Mother India

Mayo, Katherine

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General Political ScienceGeneral Sociology

ISBN10: 1025360850
ISBN13: 9781025360850
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 280
Weight: 0.87
Height: 0.59 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Mother India is a provocative and highly influential work of social commentary that examines the societal structures and cultural practices of India in the early 20th century. Written by Katherine Mayo, the book delves into complex issues such as child marriage, the treatment of women, the caste system, and public health. Upon its release in 1927, the work sparked intense international debate and drew both sharp criticism and vocal support, making it a pivotal text in the discourse surrounding Indian independence and social reform under the British Raj.

Through a combination of personal observation and reported data, Mayo presents a critical perspective on Hindu society, arguing that internal social conditions were significant barriers to self-governance. While deeply controversial for its polemical tone and Western-centric viewpoint, Mother India remains a crucial document for understanding the historical tensions between East and West during the colonial era. This work is essential for readers interested in the history of South Asia, the evolution of feminist discourse in a global context, and the sociopolitical landscape of the interwar period.

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