Muslim Backward Classes : A Sociological Perspective
Khanam, Azra.
Muslim Backward Classes : A Sociological Perspective / Azra Khanam - New Delhi : SAGE Publications India Pvt. Ltd. , 2013. - 298 p. ; 24 cm.
This book examines the social, educational, and economic conditions of Muslim Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in India. Azra Khanam analyzes the historical origins of backward-class categorization, the nature of Muslim backwardness, caste and class divisions within Muslim society, and issues of social justice and equal opportunity. The work provides a sociological study of stratification among Indian Muslims and discusses government policies, minority welfare measures, and development indicators affecting Muslim OBC communities.
9788132111672
Muslims -- India -- Social conditions.
Caste -- India.
305.568 KHA
Muslim Backward Classes : A Sociological Perspective / Azra Khanam - New Delhi : SAGE Publications India Pvt. Ltd. , 2013. - 298 p. ; 24 cm.
This book examines the social, educational, and economic conditions of Muslim Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in India. Azra Khanam analyzes the historical origins of backward-class categorization, the nature of Muslim backwardness, caste and class divisions within Muslim society, and issues of social justice and equal opportunity. The work provides a sociological study of stratification among Indian Muslims and discusses government policies, minority welfare measures, and development indicators affecting Muslim OBC communities.
9788132111672
Muslims -- India -- Social conditions.
Caste -- India.
305.568 KHA
