HINDUISM: FROM RIG VEDA TO THE REPUBLIC

Category Non-Fiction
Format Hardback
Imprint Rupa
Price 1295

ISBN: 978-93-5702-180-7
Pages: 688 pages
Date: 5th December 2023

ABOUT THIS BOOK

Embark on a sweeping journey through the rich and diverse history of Hinduism, spanning from
its ancient origins to its vibrant modern-day practices. This book delves into the mystical past,
tracing the sacred scriptures like the Vedas and the Upanishads, which have bestowed wisdom
and spiritual guidance upon generations. This exploration goes beyond the evolution of Hinduism
from a mythical or religious perspective; it delves into the sociological aspects that have shaped the
evolution of Hinduism.
Witness the rise and fall of mighty empires that shaped the course of Hindu civilization, from the
Mauryas to the Gupta dynasty, and the golden era of art, architecture, and philosophy. Hinduism:
From Rig Veda to the Republic is not merely a history book but a celebration of a living tradition, an
exploration of its enduring impact on the world and an invitation to discover the spiritual wisdom
that has resonated through the ages.

AUTHOR OF THE BOOK

Ram (Sahai) Varma was born in a bricklayers’ family to unlettered parents in a small town in
Jaipur state. He was raised by his gritty, hard-working mother, as his father mostly remained away
working on construction sites in Madhya Pradesh. She inspired him to aim high and study hard.
He topped the list of first divisioners from the town’s high school in 1956. He did Intermediate
(Arts) from Jaipur’s prestigious Maharaja’s College in first division and graduated from Rajasthan
College in 1960. After doing his master’s in English Literature from Allahabad University in 1962,
he became a lecturer at Jodhpur University. In 1964, he joined the IAS and was posted in Punjab.
On the formation of Haryana in 1966, he joined the Haryana cadre. His mother and father were
still there when he became Collector, Bhiwani. After a long, distinguished career, he became chief
secretary in 1997 and retired in 2000. He is the author of Life in the IAS: My Encounters with the
Three Lals of Haryana and From Gillidanda to Golf: A Memoir.