The Kukis of Northeast India: Politics and Culture

The Kukis of Northeast India: Politics and Culture Edited By: Thongkholal Haokip


Publication Year 2013
ISBN-13 9789380574448
ISBN-10 9380574444
Language English
Binding Hardcover
Number of Pages 236 Pages
Price : Rs. 695.00

About the Book

This volume brings together a number of essays dealing with various aspects of Kuki politics and culture. The objectives are to understand and highlight the traditional system of Kuki politics and administration, trace the genesis and evolution of Kuki autonomy movements in Northeast India, and to assess the value of the rich cultural heritage of the Kukis and its changes. The contributors critically analyse, debunk and generate debate on some of the prominent views on Kuki politics and espouse the need for cultural renewal and therefore uncover the underlying niche for the Kukis.

About the Author
Dr. Thongkholal Haokip teaches Political Science in Presidency University, Kolkata. He is the editor of bi-annual peer reviewed journal - Journal of North East India Studies (www.jneis.com) and specialises and writes extensively on India's policy towards its Northeastern region, the Look East policy, ethnicity and ethnic relations in Northeast India.

He has published widely in internationally refereed journals. His recent articles include: Recent Trends in Regional Integration and the Indian Experience in International Area Studies Review, India's Look East Policy: Its Evolution and Approach in South Asian Survey, Political Integration of Northeast India: A Historical Analysis in Strategic Analysis, and Theoretical Considerations of Political Integration and the Indian Experience in International Journal of South Asian Studies.

He has written a number of articles for volumes edited by leading scholars and presented a number of papers in various national and international seminars and conferences. His authored book entitled India's Look East Policy and Northeast India: Potentials and Possible Impact will be out soon.