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    Question

    In the book "Where the Madness Lies: Citizen Accounts of

    Identity and Nationalism" by Kishalay Bhattacharjee, what is the main focus of the author?
    A Analyzing the role of nationalism in contemporary India. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Exploring the experiences of ordinary Indians and their struggle for identity. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Examining the impact of migration and dislocation on Indian society. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Investigating the genealogical roots of Indian families. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Critically examining the history of marginalized communities in India. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Where the Madness Lies: Citizen Accounts of Identity and Nationalism by Kishalay Bhattacharjee. The book foregrounds the perspectives of ordinary, often marginalised Indians and their everyday negotiations to carve out a place in their own country. The author makes poignant use of family histories, memories, experiences of migration and dislocation, and genealogies to expand upon the theme of identity.

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