Synopsis Hindutva, an important but much misunderstood idea, has been written and spoken about often in bits and pieces. At least since Veer Savarkar attempted its integral treatment way back in 1923. While The Saffron Book cannot claim to be a comprehensive thesis, it certainly is an attempt to think through Hindutva, a concept which has not only a past and a present but also a future. With the demise of communism, the decline of socialism and the disappearance of Nehruvian secularism very much in sight, an ideological vacuum has emerged in India. The author believes that now on Hindutva will hold the ideological centre stage in Indian politics. Hindutva is the only dialectical ideology that has taken root in Asia. Dialectical in the sense of not merely being logical but also the basis of policies. All other ideologies are of European pedigree. Ideally, the Asian genius is best motivated by an Asian ideology. As you read on, you will find that the core of Hindutva is self actualisation. Consequently, it is averse to the subjugation of others. If all the countries in the world could be influenced by a similar volition, surely the earth would be a more peaceful place. All in all, Hindutva is a many splendoured ideology. The book offers glimpses of this splendour.