The thematic focus of the present volume is an outcome of Dr. A.R. Saiyed's long term engagement in the field of sociology of Islam and minority studies. There were two precursors in the choice of the subject, namely, his biographical locations at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi (a university that upheld the ideals of composite culture and ethnic pluralism in its educational theory and practice); and the University of Kentucky, USA (where he was inducted into the ...
