The Pathan Unarmed (Second Edition)

Product Information

• ISBN-13: 9780199406043
• ISBN-10: 0199406049
• Author: Mukulika Banerjee
• Publisher: Oxford University Press Pakistan
• Edition: Second Edition
• Format: Paperback
• Language: English

Overview

The Pathan Unarmed by Mukulika Banerjee is a fascinating study of the nonviolent resistance movement led by the Pashtun (Pathan) people under the leadership of Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan, also known as Bacha Khan. The book challenges the stereotypical portrayal of the Pathans as warriors by focusing on their role in the Khudai Khidmatgar (Servants of God) movement, a unique example of peaceful resistance during British colonial rule in India.

Through historical analysis and firsthand accounts, Banerjee explores the moral and political philosophy that drove the Pathans to embrace nonviolence, despite their martial traditions. This second edition includes updated research, making it an essential read for those interested in South Asian history, colonial resistance, and the role of nonviolence in political struggles.

Product Features

✔ Second Edition with Updated Research – A revised edition incorporating new insights and historical analysis.
✔ Focus on Nonviolent Resistance – Highlights the Khudai Khidmatgar movement, an extraordinary example of peaceful struggle against colonial rule.
✔ Challenges Stereotypes – Offers a different perspective on the Pathan identity, often associated with warfare.
✔ Ideal for History & Political Science Enthusiasts – A valuable resource for academics, students, and general readers interested in South Asian studies.

Interesting Facts

The Khudai Khidmatgar movement was inspired by Gandhian principles of nonviolence and civil disobedience.
Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan, known as the "Frontier Gandhi," led the movement against British rule in the North-West Frontier Province (now Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan).
The book contrasts the colonial depiction of the Pathans as inherently violent and warlike with their actual role as peaceful resisters.
Banerjee conducted extensive fieldwork and interviews with descendants of Khudai Khidmatgar members to present an authentic and well-researched narrative.

Publisher Details

Published by Oxford University Press Pakistan, this book is an important contribution to the study of South Asian history, colonial resistance, and the philosophy of nonviolence.

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