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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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Babur’s Game of Thrones | Aabhas Maldahiyar with Itihasdhir
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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The Manipur Conundrum: Truth Behind the Violence | Authors Speak Out | Itihasdhir
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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Crash of a Civilization: How India Was Broken from Within | Kanchan Banerjee | Itihasdhir
Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.in/Crash-Civilization-Kanchan-Banerjee/dp/9355212402 In this eye-opening conversation, Itihasdhir sits down with Kanchan Banerjee, author of the explosive book Crash of a Civilization, to explore how India’s ancient civilization was systematically dismantled—politically, spiritually, and culturally. Was Bharat’s fall accidental, or was it engineered from within? From colonial sabotage and religious conversions to the erasure of indigenous knowledge systems and historical distortions, this interview uncovers the uncomfortable truths behind India’s civilizational crash and what it will take for a true Indic renaissance. 📚 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…
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The South Indian Story: Beyond Fables | Nitin Kushalappa on South Indian Stories | Itihasdhir
Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.in/Dakshin-South-Indian-Myths-Fables/dp/0143454994?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A15DBATYR506U3&gPromoCode=BankPromoPD25_All What truly shaped the lands of Dakshin? On this episode of Itihasdhir, we’re honored to host acclaimed author Nitin Kushalappa MP for a profound discussion on South Indian stories. Nitin takes us on a journey beyond the familiar fables and widely propagated myths, uncovering the lesser-known, yet incredibly significant, narratives that form the bedrock of South Indian civilization. From ancient kingdoms to cultural evolutions, get ready to see the South like never before. 📚 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…
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India vs Bharat | Exploring an Identity Crisis? Dr Koenraad Elst Breaks It Down | Itihasdhir
Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.in/Indias-Name-Symbols-Koenraad-Elst/dp/9385485482 In this powerful conversation, Dr. Koenraad Elst joins Itihasdhir to unpack the arguments from his latest book, India’s Name and Symbols, which confronts the civilizational consequences of using the term ‘India’ over ‘Bharat’. Are we living under inherited colonial semantics? What symbols truly represent us — and what have we unconsciously inherited from our colonizers? 📚 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…
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Amritasya Putrah: Kanchan Banerjee on Bharat’s Eternal Soul | Itihasdhir
In this powerful episode of Itihasdhir, author and civilizational thinker Kanchan Banerjee joins us to discuss his groundbreaking new book Amritasya Putrah: Children of the Rishis and Immortals. Rooted in the wisdom of the Vedas, Upanishads, and epics, the book lays out six core pillars of Bharatiya civilization and offers a compelling vision for India’s spiritual and cultural renaissance. Kanchan Banerjee delves into the meaning of being “Amritasya Putrah: The Children of Immortality”—and warns against the dangers of forgetting our dharmic roots in the face of modernity. 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse…