• ISBN13: 9781041244936
• Binding: Hardcover
• Subject: Sociology and Anthropology
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis
• Publisher Imprint: Routedge India
• Publication Date: November 1, 2025
• Pages: 418
• Original Price: INR 1795.0
• Language: English
• Edition: South Asia Edition
• Item Weight: 650 grams
• BISAC Subject(s): N/A

This book provides a comprehensive look into the development challenges and critical socio-economic issues of the Muslim communities in Uttar Pradesh—India’s most populous state and home to one of its largest Muslim populations. Well-known for its syncretic culture, benevolent kings and nawabs, Uttar Pradesh has also been a region that has historically experienced significant religious politics and communal violence. This book moves beyond these sectoral approaches and attempts to present a holistic, detailed, and contemporary perspective on the development of Muslims in the state. It traces the complex sectarian, caste-based, occupational, and regional diversities within the Muslim population in Uttar Pradesh and investigates the intersections of identity, social stratification, and development. Drawing on detailed empirical research, the volume explores critical issues such as educational and occupational mobility, health disparities, livelihood patterns, migration, and access to financial services. It highlights the persistent inequalities faced by Muslims in the state and examines how historical and contemporary processes including sectarian divides, caste hierarchies, political marginalisation, and policy shortcomings have shaped their current realities.

Amir Ullah Khan is Research Director at the Centre for Development Policy and Practice and Visiting Professor at the Indian School of Business.
Abdul Shaban is Professor and Chairperson of the Centre for Public Policy, Habitat and Human Development, School of Development Studies, Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, India.
Venkatnarayana Motkuri is Associate Professor of research cell on education (RSEPPG) at the Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS), Hyderabad, India.