Synopsis The transformation of Indian identities during the period of colonial rule has been a contentious subject amongst historians in recent years. Social scientists are increasingly turning to history to understand the origins of contemporary ideas and social groups. Using novel perspectives, beyond Representation explores how colonial rule and constructions of identity affected Indians. The essays explore the impact of colonialism on Indian identity in a manner which emphasizes disjunctures as much as continuities. Stepping beyond conventional dichotomous paradigms, the contributors examines the agency of Indians in processes of identity formation and the dialogical nature of colonial cultures. the essays reveal the complexities and ambiguities lying behind the creation of identities in the colonial and postcolonial periods. This interdisciplinary collection brings together new and original research form across the globe. on account of its engagement with a vastly topical theme, this book would interest students and scholars of Indian history, anthropology, and postcolonial studies.