The Indian Army: Its Contribution to the Development of a Nation - Softcover

Cohen, Stephen P.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195653165 ISBN 13: 9780195653168

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2001

Synopsis

This book explores the origins of the Indian army from its early exploitative role, to its performance in World War II when it confronted extreme political and military challenges. Cohen examines the doctrine of civilian control in India and the evolution of the theory of so-called martial races. The book serves as an interpretation of the history of the Indian Army in the light of contemporary approaches to nation-building and development theory.

About this title

About the Author

Stephen Cohen is Senior Fellow, The Brooking Institution, Washington, DC.

Review

This work remains an outstanding introduction to the origins of the Indian Army and its place in independent India. Asian Affairs

Edition details

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0195653165
• ISBN 13: 9780195653168
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 274