Impact of Islam on Orissan Culture

Contents: Preface. 1. Islam in Orissa. 2. Impact on religion. 3. Impact on society. 4. Impact on literature. 5. Impact on art and architecture. 6. Impact on economy. 7. Conclusion. Glossary. Bibliography. Index.

"Consisting of plurality of religions and cultures, Orissa has been the home of different traditions. It presents reconciliation, mutual exchange and peaceful co-existence. The advent of Islam in Orissa led to further changes in the socio-cultural fabric of Orissa society.

Tracing the advent and spread of Islam in Orissa, this book makes a comprehensive study of its impact on various aspects of Orissan society--religion, social set-up, literature, art and architecture, and economy. The role of Sufi saints and Bhakti poets towards creating harmonious relations between Hindus and Muslims has also been examined."