Durba Ghosh Series

Durba Ghosh delves into the history of colonialism on the Indian subcontinent, with a focus on gender, culture, law, and colonial governance in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. She explores how history legitimizes anti-colonial struggles, and her current research examines regional political movements and violence as a form of protest in the early to mid-twentieth century. Her work highlights the intricate connections between power, gender, and culture within the colonial context. Ghosh offers a profound insight into the making of empire and its impact on Indian society.