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Title
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Everyday Ethnicity-book review
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Description
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The article reviews Daniel Bass's book on Up-country Tamil identity politics in Sri Lanka, emphasizing the historical context of ethnic identity amidst the country's violent ethnic conflicts. It discusses how Up-country Tamils, primarily descendants of Indian plantation workers, have sought to assert their identity in a multi-ethnic Sri Lanka rather than pursuing separatism. By fostering ethnic solidarity and cultural practices, they have improved their social and political conditions. The book highlights the impact of state and structural violence on this community and explores their ongoing struggles for recognition and belonging in a post-war society, making it a critical resource for studies on diaspora and ethnicity.
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Date
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3 June 2015
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Format
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Pdf
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Language
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English
