The Argumentative Indian
Writings on Indian Culture, History and Identity
- ISBN
- 9780141012117
- Publisher
- Penguin Books
- Published
- 2005
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 409
- Genre
- Law
- Location
- Open Shelf
About the book
The Argumentative Indian by Amartya Sen explores India's long history of public debate and intellectual skepticism. The book covers ancient traditions of open discussion, diversity in culture, historical ties with China and the West, and modern social issues like secularism and democracy.