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From Desh Prem to Rashtra Vaad
Fri Nov 24, 7:30 PM
Vipul Rikhi
From Desh-Prem to Rashtra-vaad: Rise of the Assertive and Insecure Indian
Talk by Vipul Rikhi
followed by songs of Kabir
How do we understand or relate to the current climate of aggressive 'nationalism', and are there different models for expressing and sharing a love of the country? This talk by Vipul Rikhi touches on aspects of insecurity and identity crisis which may lie at the root of streaks of assertion and aggression by which the 'nation' is sought to be defined. Drawing upon local wisdom traditions and figures such as Kabir and Tagore, the talk aims to offer a broader understanding of self as well as country, and how the two may be related.
The talk will be followed by some songs of Kabir, performed by Vipul Rikhi.
Talk by Vipul Rikhi
followed by songs of Kabir
How do we understand or relate to the current climate of aggressive 'nationalism', and are there different models for expressing and sharing a love of the country? This talk by Vipul Rikhi touches on aspects of insecurity and identity crisis which may lie at the root of streaks of assertion and aggression by which the 'nation' is sought to be defined. Drawing upon local wisdom traditions and figures such as Kabir and Tagore, the talk aims to offer a broader understanding of self as well as country, and how the two may be related.
The talk will be followed by some songs of Kabir, performed by Vipul Rikhi.