In Chandralekha Zutshi’s comprehensive exploration of Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah's political journey in Kashmir, the book offers a nuanced and empathetic analysis that transcends traditional hagiographical narratives. The author deftly places Abdullah within the broader context of postcolonial politics, unravelling the complexities of his evolving roles from anti-feudal fighter to pragmatic secularist and ethnic nationalist. Zutshi contends that Abdullah's life exemplifies the enduring struggle between being a patriotic Kashmiri Muslim and a loyal Indian a dilemma that persists in contemporary Kashmir. The narrative skillfully navigates through the political landscape, connecting micro-events with macro-political situations and delving into the intricacies of Kashmir's unique position within postcolonial India. The book's timely release coincides with significant events, including the Supreme Court's verdict on Jammu and Kashmir's special status, adding la
In Kashmir tehreek against the despotic Dogra rule, one of the major characters was businessman, Khawaja Sauddin Shawl, whose contribution is least known and hardly acknowledged.
Father of freedom movement leader Sauddin Shawl, Khawaja Sanaullah Shawl was one of the most respected traders of his era with a chain of outlets in the region.