Whom are the Bahujans worshiping (Mahishasur: A rereading) किसकी पूजा कर रहे हैं बहुजन (महिषासुर: एक पुर्नपाठ) En Hi

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"Whom are the Bahujans worshiping (Mahishasur: A rereading)" [Kiski puja kar rahe hain Bahujan: Mahishasura Ek Punarpath, is a book edited by Pramod Ranjan that offers a fresh perspective on the myth of Mahishasura and its significance in Indian culture and politics. The book is a collection of essays, articles, and contributions from scholars, activists, and intellectuals who delve into the historical and cultural context of the myth and its impact on Indian society.The book retells the story of Mahishasura, a powerful demon king who is often portrayed as a symbol of resistance against oppression in the Dalit-Bahujan community. The collection critically examines the dominant Hindu narrative surrounding Mahishasura and challenges the portrayal of him as a malevolent figure. Instead, the book highlights the political and cultural significance of the myth and its role in empowering marginalized communities.Mahishasura: Ek Punarpath is a thought-provoking and insightful book that provides a nuanced understanding of the challenges faced by marginalized communities in India. The book offers a fresh perspective on the story and its impact on Indian society and provides a comprehensive overview of the history and cultural significance of the Mahishasura myth. The collection is an important resource for those interested in understanding the role of myths and cultural narratives in shaping the identities of communities in India.In conclusion, "Kiski puja kar rahe hain Bahujan: Mahishasura Ek Punarpath" is a valuable contribution to the literature on the Mahishasura myth and its significance in Indian culture and politics. The book is well-researched and well-written and provides a nuanced understanding of the challenges faced by marginalized communities in India. Overall, it is a highly recommended book for anyone interested in myths' cultural and political significance in Indian society.This is the first book related to the Mahishasura movement. After this book, another booklet was published in 2014 titled "Mahishasur". In 2016, a book "Mahishasur: Ek Jannayak" was published, combining the articles of both these booklets with some other accounts. After that, another independently edited book titled "Mahishasur: Myths and Traditions" [Mahishasura: Mithak aur Pramprayen] was published in Hindi. The English translation of "Mahishasur Ek Jannayak" was published under the name "Mahishasur: A people's Hero".

महिषासुर आंदोलन से संबंधित यह पहली पुस्तिका है, जिसमें महिषासुर से संबंधित विभिन्न परंपराओं की जानकारी है। इस पुस्तिका के बाद 2014 में एक और पुस्तिका "महिषासुर" शीर्षक से प्रकाशित हुई। 2016 में इन दोनों पुस्तिकाओं के लेखों को कुछ अन्य लेखाें के साथ मिलाकर एक पुस्तक "महिषासुर: एक जननायक" प्रकाशित की गई। उसके बाद एक अन्य स्वतंत्र संपादित पुस्तक "महिषासुर: मिथक व परंपराएं" शीर्षक से आई। इनमें से, "महिषासुर एक जननायक" का अग्रेजी अनुवाद "Mahishasur: A people's Hero" नाम से प्रकाशित हुआ।