‘Land of Pathshalas presents a fascinating account of the geographical and social extent of the indigenous system of education in India.’
M.D. Srinivas
Chairman, Centre for Policy Studies, Chennai
‘Ankur Kakkar’s meticulous study of the precolonial scene adds to the growing literature on the widespread network of indigenous schools that the colonial machinery all but eradicated.’
Michel Danino
Visiting professor, IIT Gandhinagar
‘[Land of Pathshalas] is more than an experience of history; it is also a pregnant vision for our future.’
Aravindan Neelakandan
Contributing editor, Swarajya
‘Land of Pathshalas presents a refreshing narrative of Indian education.’
Gita Dharampal
Retired professor, South Asia Institute, Heidelberg University, Germany
‘Land of Pathshalas presents a fascinating account of the geographical and social extent of the indigenous system of education in India.’
M.D. Srinivas
Chairman, Centre for Policy Studies, Chennai
‘Ankur Kakkar’s meticulous study of the precolonial scene adds to the growing literature on the widespread network of indigenous schools that the colonial machinery all but eradicated.’
Michel Danino
Visiting professor, IIT Gandhinagar
‘[Land of Pathshalas] is more than an experience of history; it is also a pregnant vision for our future.’
Aravindan Neelakandan
Contributing editor, Swarajya
‘Land of Pathshalas presents a refreshing narrative of Indian education.’
Gita Dharampal
Retired professor, South Asia Institute, Heidelberg University, Germany
‘Land of Pathshalas presents a fascinating account of the geographical and social extent of the indigenous system of education in India.’
M.D. Srinivas
Chairman, Centre for Policy Studies, Chennai
