Sep 09 2022 to Sep 09 2022 5 p.m.

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Where

Bangalore International Centre

7 4th Main Rd, Stage 2, Domlur 560071

Event Description

On the 75th anniversary of India’s independence, even as we celebrate and look forward to greater excellence from our athletes in global sporting events, it is worth tracing the evolution of Indian sporting culture and how history and colonialism have shaped its various aspects. In other words, why is India so passionate about cricket, an English sport? During the days of the British Raj, imperialism and colonialism had a significant impact on sport, and the role of sport in Indian society – oscillating between recreational and cultural activity and elite pastime. There was also a shift in attitude towards and perceptions of indigenous sports. The sporting cultures and identities of many countries were heavily influenced by those of their colonial masters. Across the world during the colonial and post-colonial era, sport was often utilised as a social platform to shape and provide a voice for national identities in the face of colonialism. This session seeks to examine the legacy of history, imperialism, and the fight for freedom, in shaping a nation’s sporting culture, with unique perspectives from India and the Republic of Ireland. Ronojoy Sen and Mike Cronin will be in conversation with Shubham Jain, which will be followed by a Q&A session. In collaboration with The Sports Law & Policy Centre