Indian Diaspora, Transnationalism and Identity

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Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

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Globalization and transnational migration are key features of the 21st century. This book examines how globalization—characterized by interconnected economies, rapid advancements in communication technologies, and increased cultural exchange—has facilitated the movement of people from India across international borders. It also examines how the identity of Indians in the diaspora is negotiated through a fluid process of blending heritage with the culture of the host country, influenced by technology, ethnic associations and organizations, and at the same time how regional, religious, and caste identities are shaped and reshaped through a dynamic process of adaptation, assertion, and negotiation within the diaspora.This book will appeal to a diverse audience, including students, researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of the Indian diaspora, transnational migration, and the interplay of culture, religion, and ethnicity in shaping diasporic experiences. Covering broad subject areas such as migration studies, cultural anthropology, sociology, and religious studies, this book provides valuable insights into the complexities of identity formation and cultural adaptation in a globalized world.

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Utgivningsdatum2026-06-26
Mått156 x 234 x undefined mm
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor194
FörlagTaylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN9781041301714

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Ajaya K. Sahoo is a Professor and Head of the Centre for the Study of Indian Diaspora at the University of Hyderabad, Telangana, India. His teaching and research interests include international migration, diaspora, and transnationalism. He is the Founding and Editor of the journal South Asian Diaspora (Taylor & Francis), and serves as Book Series Editor of the Routledge Research in Asian Diasporas (Taylor & Francis).

Introduction: Indian Diaspora Matters 1. Globalization, Diaspora and Transnationalism 2. Diaspora, Identity and Communication 3. Diaspora and Cultural Heritage 4. Issues and Challenges of Gulf Migration 5. Indian Diaspora, Transnationalism and Identity 6. Diaspora, Spiritualism, and Social Service 7. Diaspora and Familial Bonds 8. Issues of Identity in the Diaspora 9. Hinduism in the Diaspora 10. Religious and Cultural Identity

Ajaya lucidly engages with the core issues facing the Indian diaspora in our times of global connectedness, digitization, and also, socio-political othering. His is a thought-provoking work which will open new lines of enquiry – it should be widely read.Manjari KatjuProfessor of Political Science, University of Hyderabad, IndiaThis timely volume brings together Professor Sahoo’s extensive writings on memory, diaspora, and identity, offering an innovative synthesis of in-depth analysis of migration with the political, social, cultural, and religious impacts on contemporary societies where Indians have settled. This work constitutes an excellent contribution to the literature on Indian diaspora studies.Goolam VahedProfessor of History, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaThis book not only highlights the role of the Indian diaspora in election funding but also its financial contributions to various development projects in India. More importantly, it shows their contribution to promoting India’s rich cultural and intellectual heritage, especially its cuisines, music, films, literature, ethnic wear, spiritualism, etc.Tanka SubbaVisiting Professor, IIT Gandhinagar & Former Vice-Chancellor, Sikkim University, India