Buddhism in India and Sri Lanka : (C. 300 BC to C. 600 AD) : A Comparative Study/S.M. Haldhar. New Delhi, OM Publications, 2001, 176 p., $28. ISBN: 81-86867-53-8.

Contents : Foreword. Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Historical background. 3. Political life. 4. Social stratification as reflected in the Buddhist texts. 5. Economic life. 6. Cultural life. Conclusions. Select bibliography. Index.

"This book deals with socio-eco-politico aspects of India and Sri Lanka. Author has studied minutely ‘Gahapati’ and ‘Goigama phenomenon in Indian and Sri Lankan Socio-economic-political way of life. The present day caste strife in India and ethnic strife in Sri Lanka have been seen in an historical perspective. Role of Asoka and role of Dhuttagamini in respect of their respective countries have been analysed. The book covers the period from C.300 B.C. to C.600 A.D. This book will be of great help to the student of Thervada Buddhism". (jacket) No. 21585

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