Rajendra Prasad and the Indian National Movement

Contents: Introduction. 1. The social and political background: early twentieth century Bihar. 2. The formative years, (1884-1917). 3. Gandhi's lieutenant (1918-1936). 4. The Congress Raj and Bihar (1937-1939). 5. Prelude to independence(1939-1945). 6. Road to presidency (1945-1950). Conclusion. Bibliography. Glossary. Index.     

"This book was primarily written as a dissertation of M. Phil Thesis of Calcutta University. It deals with the nationalist political of Bihar and the clicks and tractions of Indian politics during the 19 and 20 century and examines the various factors behind the rise of the First President Dr. Rajendra Prasad." (jacket)