Routledge - The Bihar Provincial Kisan Sabha, 1929-1942 Book

Explore a significant era of Indian history with The Bihar Provincial Kisan Sabha, 1929-1942: A Study of an Indian Peasant Movement. Published by Routledge, this academic work examines the evolution of a powerful grassroots movement. The narrative begins with the historic meeting between Sahajanand Saraswati and Mahatma Gandhi in Patna on December 5th, 1920. This study follows the journey of Sahajanand, an activist and educator who transitioned from promoting Bhumihar Brahman identity to becoming a central figure in nationalist politics. After joining the Indian National Congress, his focus shifted toward the struggles of tenant-farmers. The book details how these farmers faced excessive rent demands and abusive landlord practices, driving the rise of the Kisan Sabha movement. Ideal for students, historians, and researchers of Asian history, this book provides a detailed look at the connection between nationalist politics and peasant struggles in India. It offers deep insight into how social reform and political activism converged to shape the landscape of the Indian independence era.