Hierarchy and Its Discontents

Hierarchy and Its Discontents: Culture and the Politics of Consciousness in Caste Society is a social science study that examines the internal dynamics of the caste system. Volume 1 of this work explores how these rigid societal structures influence the daily lives and mentalities of the people living within them.

Steven M. Parish analyzes the relationship between culture and consciousness in South Asian society. This academic text moves beyond the observations of Western scholars to investigate how participants experience and navigate the complexities of caste. The book provides a detailed look at the political and social implications of these hierarchies.