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  • Fatwas and the Fabric of Law: Shariah in Practice in India

    Arun Shourie’s monumental work The World of Fatwas or The Shariah in Action represents one of the most comprehensive scholarly examinations of Islamic jurisprudence in practice within the Indian subcontinent. This book, drawing from over 18,000 pages of primary source material across forty volumes of fatwa collections, provides an unprecedented window into the mechanism by which Islamic religious law operates at the grassroots level. Shourie’s work is particularly significant for its methodical analysis of five major fatwa collections spanning different Islamic schools of thought – the Barelvi Fatawa-i-Rizvia, the Deobandi Fatawa-i-Ulema Dar al-Ulum, and others. This comprehensive approach allows readers to understand not merely isolated religious pronouncements, but the systematic worldview that underpins Islamic…

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  • History of the Ahoms: The Unsung Defenders of Assam | Arup Kumar Dutta | Itihasdhir

    The Ahoms ruled Assam for nearly 600 years, creating one of the longest-lasting dynasties in Indian history. Yet, their legacy remains little known beyond the Northeast. In this special conversation, renowned author and historian Arup Kumar Dutta discusses his book Ahoms with Itihasdhir, shedding light on the extraordinary story of this dynasty that resisted invasions, preserved Assam’s culture, and safeguarded the Hindu civilization of the region. BUY THE BOOK: https://www.amazon.in/Ahoms-Reimagined-Arup-Kumar-Dutta/dp/9356294143 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of books, from historical masterpieces and contemporary bestsellers to timeless classics and thought-provoking non-fiction. Our mission…

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    In this gripping conversation, author Aabhas Maldahiyar joins Itihasdhir to discuss his book, Babur: The Chessboard King. Delve into the life of the first Mughal emperor, a man of strategy, ambition, and calculated moves, who transformed the political landscape of India. BUY THE BOOK: https://www.amazon.in/Babur-Chessboard-King-Aabhas-Maldahiyar/dp/0670099546 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of books, from historical masterpieces and contemporary bestsellers to timeless classics and thought-provoking non-fiction. Our mission is to ignite your passion for reading and offer insightful perspectives on the stories and ideas that shape our world. 🎧 What to Expect: In-Depth Book Reviews: Detailed analyses of…

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  • Caste‑icide: The Hidden Script Behind Hindu Decline | Mahalingam Balaji | Itihasdhir

    What if the story of caste in India isn’t what you’ve been told? In this eye‑opening conversation, Mahalingam Balaji, author of Caste‑icide: The Roots of Hindu Extinction, unpacks the hidden script behind the caste narrative and how it has been weaponized to weaken Hindu society from within. BUY THE BOOK: https://www.amazon.in/Caste-icide-roots-Hindu-Extinction-Dharmic-ebook/dp/B0DW1N9TCJ 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of books, from historical masterpieces and contemporary bestsellers to timeless classics and thought-provoking non-fiction. Our mission is to ignite your passion for reading and offer insightful perspectives on the stories and ideas that shape our…

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    Step into an unflinching conversation on Itihasdhir with the authors of The Manipur Conundrum: History. Exodus. Conversion. Manoshi Sinha, Dr. Ankita Dutta, and Vladimir Adityanath, as they unpack the layered realities behind the conflict in Manipur. From pre‑Mahabharata origins to the recent surge of violence, the authors dissect how demographic shifts, indigenous exoduses, religious conversions, narcotics trafficking, and colonial-era policies have shaped the crisis. Combining rigorous research with regional insights, they offer a narrative grounded in facts, historical precedent, and cultural heritage. Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.in/Manipur-Conundrum-History-Exodus-Conversion/dp/B0F5BGYPBX 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of…

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