Ranajit Guha

historian

Ranajit Guha is a prominent Indian historian and a key figure in postcolonial studies, known for his work on colonial India and the formation of historical narratives. He is best recognized as one of the founding members of the Subaltern Studies group, which seeks to amplify the voices and experiences of marginalized populations in history. Guha's scholarship emphasizes the importance of understanding how colonial power dynamics shape historical accounts and collective memory. His insights into the construction of narratives around imperialism have influenced discussions on history, power, and identity in the context of South Asia and beyond.