Identity and Conflict in South Asia

In this course we will examine political development and conflict in South Asia through the concept of identity. South Asians take on a variety of identities -- ethnic, religious, linguistic, caste, national, etc. These identities often form the basis of political mobilization and both inter- and intrastate conflict. We will study the general concept of identity, including how identities are constructed and used, and then specific manifestations in South Asia. We will also examine the question of whether these identities were constructed during colonial or post-colonial times, or have an earlier basis. (International Relations and Foreign Policy)/

Schedule
3:00pm-4:15pm on Tuesday, Thursday (Feb 13, 2017 to May 15, 2017)
Location
McCardell Bicentennial Hall 338
Instructors