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Muslim Cosmopolitanism in the Age of Empire

By: Seema Alavi

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Muslim Cosmopolitanism in the Age of Empire

By: Seema Alavi

Muslim Cosmopolitanism in the Age of Empire recovers the stories of five Indian Muslim scholars who, in the aftermath of the uprising of 1857, were hunted by British authorities, fled their homes in India for such destinations as Cairo, Mecca, and Istanbul, and became active participants in a flourishing pan-Islamic intellectual network at the cusp of the British and Ottoman empires. Seema Alavi traces this network, born in the age of empire, which became the basis of a global Muslim sensibility—a form of political and cultural affiliation that competes with ideas of nationhood today as it did in the previous century. By demonstrating that these Muslim networks depended on European empires and that their sensibility was shaped by the West in many subtle ways, Alavi challenges the idea that all pan-Islamic configurations are anti-Western or pro-Caliphate. Indeed, Western imperial hegemony empowered the very inter-Asian Muslim connections that went on to outlive European empires. Diverging from the medieval idea of the umma, this new cosmopolitan community stressed consensus in matters of belief, ritual, and devotion and found inspiration in the liberal reforms then gaining traction in the Ottoman world. Alavi breaks new ground in the writing of nineteenth-century history by engaging equally with the South Asian and Ottoman worlds, and by telling a non-Eurocentric story of global modernity without overlooking the importance of the British Empire.

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Harvard University Press

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067428691X

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Sovereigns of the Sea

Omani Ambition in the Age of Empire

By: Seema Alavi

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Sovereigns of the Sea

Omani Ambition in the Age of Empire

By: Seema Alavi

This definitive book on the Sultans of Oman is a thrilling historical account of their action-packed battles, daring expeditions, epic triumphs and ingenious politics in the long nineteenth century. It puts the optic of 'micro-history' on their fascinating lives as they navigated the geopolitics of their time and propelled the politics of the Western Indian Ocean. It offers a comprehensive and in-depth examination of the ambitions of the Omani patriarch Sultan Sayyid Sa?id and his four sons and shows how integral they were to the political culture of the region. Keeping a sensitive finger on the specific temporal and spatial moments in the maritime space that they navigated, it explores their key role in shaping the politics of the Ocean and nurturing the Omani Sultanate on their terms. The groundbreaking narrative sheds light on the role of the Sultans as agents of change, challenging the Eurocentric narrative that views the Indian Ocean as framed in the history of western imperialism and capitalism alone. In addition to its academic rigour, the book is easy to read and engaging, making it an ideal resource for students, scholars and anyone with an interest in the history of the Indian Ocean, the Middle East and South Asia. Its fresh perspective and insightful analysis make it an invaluable contribution to the fast-growing field of Indian Ocean Studies.

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Penguin Random House India Private Limited

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9357080732

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9789357080736

Balochistan and the Mélange of Violence

Regional Context and External Factors

By: Seema Khan

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Balochistan and the Mélange of Violence

Regional Context and External Factors

By: Seema Khan

This book presents a comprehensive analysis of the intricate security situation prevailing in Balochistan. It explores and establishes correlations between the internal structural vulnerabilities and fault lines of the Pakistani state with the external influences exerted on the region. Employing a rigorous examination of both primary and secondary data, the volume critically examines the multifaceted nature of organised violence in Balochistan. In addition to separatist movements, the presence of religious militancy and cross-border terrorism is thoroughly examined. The book delves into the external involvement of regional and global powers in the intricate tapestry of violence within Balochistan, thereby shedding light on the emerging geopolitical landscape and the corresponding power dynamics in the region. It also analyses how the implementation of largescale developmental initiatives, particularly facilitated by China under the auspices of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), has elevated the geostrategic significance of Balochistan while simultaneously entangling it in the vortex of regional power politics. This volume will be of interest to scholars and researchers specializing in geopolitics, International Relations, and South Asian studies.

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183

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Taylor & Francis

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1000999157

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9781000999150

Colloidal and Supramolecular Drug Delivery Systems

By: Seema Rohilla

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Colloidal and Supramolecular Drug Delivery Systems

By: Seema Rohilla

According to the current scenario, the reduction of the time it takes for a product to launch in the market is important for the company’s success. Colloidal and supramolecular delivery systems are designed to conquer the numerous pharmacokinetic impediments that result in untimely inactivation, reduced drug absorption, redundant circulation, and eradication. This book is designed to guide you towards the colloidal and supramolecular drug delivery systems along with their classifications, methods of preparations, their characterization and the regulatory strategies that are adopted to launch a nano-system based formulation in the markets. This book will give knowledge to researchers and graduate students regarding colloidal and supramolecular drug delivery systems and their applications in numerous fields, and can serve as a comprehensive guide and reference for their research and study.

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316

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Cambridge Scholars Publishing

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1036410021

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9781036410025

Muslim Women in India

By: Seema Kazi

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Muslim Women in India

By: Seema Kazi

For centuries India has had Muslim rule and rulers - including female Sultans – yet, with the rise of Hindu fundamentalism, India’s Muslim history and the Muslim contribution is being obscured and downplayed. Against this background, the opportunities for Muslim women to raise their concerns over access to education rights and work opportunities, or to raise issues within Muslim personal law – including marriage, divorce and personal freedoms – are severely restricted. This new Report Muslim Women in India calls for an end to discrimination against Muslims in India and the oppression of Muslim women. The author Seema Kazi questions the way in which the rise of the Hindu right-wing has led to a tightening of the interpretations of Muslim women’s rights and freedoms, along with the subordination of Muslim women’s concerns to the demands of Muslim communal identity. This Report discusses: Muslim history in India pre- and postindependence and partition; Muslim men and women’s current position in India; Muslim women’s involvement in the wider women’s movements; and has a focus on gender, Islam and human rights. The Report concludes with an outlook for Muslims and Muslim women in India, and with a set of recommendations on some of the key issues to be addressed. Please note that the terminology in the fields of minority rights and indigenous peoples’ rights has changed over time. MRG strives to reflect these changes as well as respect the right to self-identification on the part of minorities and indigenous peoples. At the same time, after over 50 years’ work, we know that our archive is of considerable interest to activists and researchers. Therefore, we make available as much of our back catalogue as possible, while being aware that the language used may not reflect current thinking on these issues.

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Minority Rights Group

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1897693478

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9781897693476

Muslim Cosmopolitanism in the Age of Empire

By: Seema Alavi

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Muslim Cosmopolitanism in the Age of Empire

Muslim Cosmopolitanism in the Age of Empire

Sovereigns of the Sea

Sovereigns of the Sea

Balochistan and the Mélange of Violence

Balochistan and the Mélange of Violence

Colloidal and Supramolecular Drug Delivery Systems

Colloidal and Supramolecular Drug Delivery Systems

Muslim Women in India

Muslim Women in India

Muslim Cosmopolitanism in the Age of Empire

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