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Race, Culture, and Identity in the Indian Diaspora: Qualitative Studies

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The Indian diaspora is one of the largest and most dispersed in the world, with an estimated 30 million people of Indian origin living outside of India. These communities are found in all corners of the globe, from the United States to the United Kingdom, from Canada to Australia. While the Indian diaspora is often seen as a successful and well-integrated group, the experiences of its members are far from monolithic.

American Karma: Race Culture and Identity in the Indian Diaspora (Qualitative Studies in Psychology 11)

American Karma: Race, Culture, and Identity in the Indian Diaspora (Qualitative Studies in Psychology Book 11)

by Sunil Bhatia

5 out of 5

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In this book, we explore the complex and multifaceted experiences of Indian diaspora communities around the world, examining how race, culture, and identity intersect and shape their lives. Through qualitative studies, we provide a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by Indian diasporic communities, offering valuable insights for scholars, policymakers, and community leaders alike.

Race and the Indian Diaspora

Race is a complex and contested concept, and its meaning has changed over time and across cultures. In the context of the Indian diaspora, race has been used to categorize and differentiate people of Indian origin in a variety of ways. In some cases, race has been used to justify discrimination and exclusion, while in other cases it has been used to create a sense of solidarity and community.

In this book, we explore the different ways that race has been experienced and understood by Indian diaspora communities around the world. We examine how race has shaped their experiences of immigration, settlement, and integration, and we consider the challenges and opportunities that they have faced in navigating racialized societies.

Culture and the Indian Diaspora

Culture is another key factor that shapes the experiences of Indian diaspora communities. Culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, customs, and practices of a group of people. It can include everything from language and religion to food and music.

In this book, we explore the different ways that culture has been expressed and transmitted by Indian diaspora communities around the world. We examine how culture has helped them to maintain a sense of connection to their homeland, and we consider the challenges and opportunities that they have faced in adapting to new cultural contexts.

Identity and the Indian Diaspora

Identity is a complex and multifaceted concept, and it can be shaped by a variety of factors, including race, culture, and personal experience. In the context of the Indian diaspora, identity is often negotiated and contested, as individuals seek to reconcile their multiple affiliations and loyalties.

In this book, we explore the different ways that identity has been constructed and experienced by Indian diaspora communities around the world. We examine how identity has shaped their experiences of immigration, settlement, and integration, and we consider the challenges and opportunities that they have faced in forging new identities in new lands.

The Indian diaspora is a diverse and dynamic community, and its members have made significant contributions to the societies in which they live. However, they have also faced challenges and discrimination, and their experiences have been shaped by the complex intersections of race, culture, and identity.

This book provides a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by Indian diaspora communities around the world. It offers valuable insights for scholars, policymakers, and community leaders alike, and it will help to inform and inspire future research on this important topic.

American Karma: Race, Culture, and Identity in the Indian Diaspora (Qualitative Studies in Psychology Book 11)

by Sunil Bhatia

5 out of 5