Land Acquisition Saga Of Bengal: Historical Divide And Thereafter

Land Acquisition Saga of Bengal: Historical Divide and Thereafter is a deeply researched exploration of one of the most complex and contested regions in Indian history. Authored by Raja Mukherjee the book investigates the historical political and agrarian undercurrents that shaped the identity and fate of Bengal particularly around the events of the Partition and its lasting aftermath. Delving into the intricate intersections between land ownership peasant struggles colonial policies and postindependence transformations the book uncovers how the Bengal countryside became a battleground for larger political ideologies. Mukherjee traces the roots of communal tensions and class conflicts to longstanding patterns of land control and exploitation under the zamindari system and he critically assesses the role of political movements—from the Congress to the Left—in responding to or exacerbating these divides. Through rigorous archival research and a multidisciplinary approach Land Acquisition Saga of Bengal offers fresh insights into how history memory and politics have shaped Bengal’s socio-economic landscape. It brings to light lesser-known facts and voices giving space to the experiences of peasants refugees and political actors caught in the currents of change. This book is a valuable contribution to South Asian studies political history and agrarian studies. It is especially relevant for scholars students and readers interested in understanding the historical roots of contemporary issues in Bengal and the broader Indian subcontinent.