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Gurudom: the political dimension of religious sects in the Punjab / Lal, Madan   Journal Article
Lal, Madan Journal Article
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Publication 2009.
Summary/Abstract This article critiques the close relationship between religion and politics by focusing on the nexus of politician-bureaucrats and deras (religious sects) particularly in Punjab. It is observed how heads of deras decorate themselves with various titles, cleverly generate unconditional devotion among followers and present themselves as worldly gods. In addition, books, music and other equipment associated with spirituality are now an industry worth millions of rupees every year. The article notes that the nexus of the deraswith politics takes various forms and may cause social conflicts. It criticises in particular the bargaining capacity of the deras, which causes politicians to seek their patronage. The article discusses worrying trends about the misuse of religion that are now identifi able.
Key Words Religion  Sikhs  Dalits  Deras  Gurudom  Indian Politics - 1921-1971 
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