3 Review(s)

About The Book: The History of Caste in India by Shridhar Venkatesh Ketkar critically examines the caste system through the lens of the Laws of Manu, focusing on Indian society during the third century A.D. Ketkar analyzes how Manu’s code influenced social hierarchy, duties, and restrictions, offering historical and sociological insights. He interprets caste not as a rigid, eternal system but as one shaped by changing socio-political forces. The book aims to understand caste evolution and advocate for informed social reform in modern India. About The Author: Shridhar Venkatesh Ketkar (1884–1937) was an Indian historian, sociologist, and writer known for his scholarly works on Indian society, history, and culture. Educated in both India and abroad, he emphasized the need for social reform and national consciousness. Ketkar was instrumental in compiling encyclopedic knowledge in Marathi and contributed significantly to historical research. His writings reflect a deep engagement with India’s intellectual heritage and a vision for progressive societal transformation grounded in Indian values and modern thinking. The Title 'The history of caste in India: evidence of the laws of Manu on the social conditions in India during the third century A.D. interpreted and examined evidence of the laws of Manu on the social conditions in India during the third century A.D. written/authored/edited by Ketkar, Shridhar Venkatesh', published in the year 1909. The ISBN 9789371698023 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 216 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Sociology. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 1st