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Publication Date: November 2005
Publisher: Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs
Author(s): Manfred Gerstenfeld; Nathan Katz
Research Area: Culture and religion
Keywords: Community Relations; Mizrahi Jews; International Relations; Diaspora relations
Type: Other
Coverage: India
Abstract:
The author discusses his career in Indo-Judaic Studies, the study of interactions and affinities between Indian and Judaic civilizations. He discusses the history of Jewish groups in India, including the Bnei Israel (Cochin Jews), the Bnei Menashe, "Baghdadi Jews" from the Middle East, traveling Israelis and others. He discusses relations between Israel and India, and the perception of Jews and Israel in Indian society.