Monuments: Incredible India

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Focusing on the evolution of religious architecture, the book explores how shrines served as centers for rituals, festivities, and ethical discussions, linking the ruling elite with the community. It examines the transformation of these sites during colonial rule in South Asia, highlighting a shift from cultural pluralism to a more monotheistic identity. Through this lens, the author sheds light on the historical and social contexts that shaped the multi-religious identity of monuments in India, offering a compelling narrative of their significance.