Routledge - Inside a Madrasa: Knowledge, Power and Identity

Gain a deeper understanding of contemporary Islamic education in India through this ethnographic study. While many scholarly works focus on the medieval and colonial periods, this book addresses the gap in research regarding the modern conditions of madrasas. It moves beyond secondary literature to provide insights grounded in detailed empirical investigation. Based on fieldwork conducted at two madrasas in Mubarakpur, Uttar Pradesh, the text examines how these institutions represent a diverse array of ideological orientations. Readers will learn how different interpretations of Islam coexist and often oppose one another within these educational settings. This work is an essential resource for those interested in the social sciences, anthropology, and the study of Islamic identity in modern India.