CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA, May 5, 2024 (Press Release): Hindupedia, a research organization dedicated to decolonizing the discourse on Hindu Dharma within academia, proudly announces the release of “Colonial Discourse and the Suffering of Indian American Children” by Prof. Kundan Singh, PhD, and Krishna Maheshwari, now available from Palgrave McMillan after academic peer-review. In this timely and revolutionary work, Prof. Singh delves deep into the Euro-American misrepresentations of non-Western cultures, particularly focusing on Hinduism and ancient India. Drawing parallels between the colonial-racist discourse of James Mill and the current school textbook narrative, the authors uncover a disturbing truth: the perpetuation of colonial biases in the education system.

Through meticulous research spanning four years, they expose the detrimental psycho-social consequences faced by Indian American children subjected to the distorted portrayal of their heritage in school textbooks. The book reveals how this narrative perpetuates feelings of shame, inferiority, and identity confusion among young learners, echoing the insidious effects of racism. “We are excited to present this groundbreaking study, which sheds light on the pervasive influence of colonial ideologies in shaping the educational landscape,” says Prof. Singh. “Our research not only highlights the urgent need for textbook revision but also underscores the violation of constitutional principles within the California education system.”

For more information about “Colonial Discourse and the Suffering of Indian American Children,” visit https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-57627-0 .

For media inquiries, please contact: Krishna Maheshwari, Krishna@hindupedia.com

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