Kanthapura

by

Raja Rao

An important term in Indian religions with various contextual meanings that generally refers to proper religious practice, or acting in accordance with the flow of the universe.
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Dharma Term Timeline in Kanthapura

The timeline below shows where the term Dharma appears in Kanthapura. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
Section 10
Nationalism and Colonialism Theme Icon
...come back. He sees the British as India’s protectors, come (like Krishna) to defend its dharma. He praises “the great Queen Victoria,” India’s “Beloved Sovereign” whom Hindus honored upon her death,... (full context)
Oral Tradition, Writing, and Political Power Theme Icon
Gandhism and the Erosion of Caste Theme Icon
Nationalism and Colonialism Theme Icon
...business.” The Swami said that Gandhi met with him and suggested that he misinterpreted the dharma sastras, but he insisted that he obviously knows better. Ranganna asked how the Swami could... (full context)