British Academy Lecture: Neo-Brahmanism in modern India: Reformers and orthodoxy in the 19th century by Professor Tanika Sarkar

Chaired by Professor Neelam Srivastava, Professor of Postcolonial and World Literature

A significant socio-cultural movement emerged in late colonial India to strengthen orthodox caste rituals and customs in the daily lives of Hindu people. It powerfully criticised and opposed Indian reformers who tried to change a few aspects of Hindu religious belief and social practices, especially in caste and gender relations. This lecture will explore both reformist and orthodox texts to reveal the ideological upheavals of the period.

Following the lecture, you are invited to join us for a drinks reception in the Herschel Building Foyer.