The Crooked Timber of New India: Essays on a Republic in Crisis by Parakala Prabhakar

Title: "The Crooked Timber of New India: Essays on a Republic in Crisis" by Parakala Prabhakar

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Unveiling the Reality: A Critical Examination of India's New Era

In the wake of the Narendra Modi-led BJP's ascent to power almost a decade ago, a new era was heralded in May 2014, promising change and progress. However, in "The Crooked Timber of New India," Parakala Prabhakar, an unapologetically critical voice, paints a starkly different picture—one of a nation in crisis, grappling with fractures in its polity, society, and economy.

🔍 Critical Analysis in a Noisy Landscape: In an era where media compromises and a digital army work tirelessly to drown dissent in pro-establishment noise, Prabhakar emerges as an unwavering critical voice, committed to speaking truth to power. Through a collection of essays spanning almost three years (2020 to 2023), he scrutinizes facts, data, and public statements to articulate his concerns about the future of Indian democracy, social harmony, and economic stability.

🗣️ Challenging the Status Quo: Examining key events and public addresses, including Prime Minister's Independence Day speeches and RSS chief pronouncements, Prabhakar confronts issues such as suppressed unemployment and inequality statistics, the partisan role of investigative agencies, the BJP's rejection of India's Muslims, and the mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic. He provides readers with an unfiltered perspective on the unmistakable signs of religious majoritarianism, creeping authoritarianism, and economic mismanagement.

📈 Connecting the Dots: The urgency of this no-holds-barred book lies in its ability to connect the dots, offering readers an unobstructed view of the "New India" taking shape. Prabhakar's analysis invites citizens to confront the challenges head-on and recognize that silence and complacency are no longer viable options for those invested in the future of the Indian Republic.

🌐 A Timely and Urgent Read: "The Crooked Timber of New India" is a call to action, urging readers to see beyond the facade of progress and understand the complex realities shaping the nation. Prabhakar's critical insights provide an essential perspective for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of India's current socio-political landscape.

Embark on a journey of critical examination with Parakala Prabhakar's urgent and insightful collection of essays. Order your copy now and engage with the vital discourse surrounding the challenges facing India's Republic.

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