Religious institutions in medieval Andhra have been little studied in depth. This book by Dr. R. Soma Reddy supplies a felt need.
The author deals comprehensively with the general history, organization and functionaries, finances, relations with the state and society, of religious institutions like temple, Matha, mosque, Khanqua, Dargah and Ashurkhana of Hindus and Muslims, during the period from 1300 to 1600, on the basis of epigraphical sources and other original records in Persian and Urdu languages. The history of these institutions as "the custodians of Indian culture and carriers of Indian heritage" will be useful not only to scholars in the field but also to general readers. |
