The Development of Aryan Invasion Theory in India A Critique of Nin

This book delves deep into the Social Construction of Theory, comparative epistemology and intellectual history to stress the interrelationship between diverse cultures during the colonial period and bring forth convincing evidence of how the 19th century

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he Development of Aryan Invasion Theory in India A Critique of Nineteenth-Century Social Constructionism

The Development of Aryan Invasion Theory in India

Subrata Chattopadhyay Banerjee

The Development of Aryan Invasion Theory in India A Critique of Nineteenth-Century Social Constructionism

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Subrata Chattopadhyay Banerjee Singapore, Singapore

ISBN 978-981-13-7754-9 ISBN 978-981-13-7755-6 https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-7755-6

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Acknowledgements

This book grew out of the doctoral studies that I had the privilege to undertake at RWTH Aachen. First and foremost, I would like to thank my advisor Prof. Dr. phil. Drs. h.c. Armin Heinen, Chair of Modern and Contemporary History, RWTH Aachen University, Germany, for providing me with the opportunity to study the engrossing topic. His support and guidance made the doctoral studies a fruitful and enjoyable journey. He took very active interest in my work and has always remained available to advise me. He always gave me freedom in my research work and motivated me by his encouraging words. Even when I had to relocate to Singapore from Germany, Prof. Heinen was always responding to my queries by e-mail. I am very grateful for his patience, motivation, enthusiasm and immense knowledge. He carefully read my text, asked inspiring questions and assisted me with his great skills in structuring the research. I appreciate all of his contributions of time and ideas to make my doctoral journey productive and stimulating. My regards to my parents, especially my mother Ruma Banerjee who continues to learn, grow and develop and