The early two-three decades of twentieth century were a period of religious and socio-cultural renaissance in India. These movements brought out revolutionary changes in the religious practices of several religions and ethnic communities of India. This book contains a thorough analysis of prominent movements and narrates the impact of these movements. The account is based on the author's exhaustive study of contemporary literature on these movements and personal interviews and discussion with some of the leading lights of the day. It is a brilliant, compact survey of the Indian renaissance and revival. It conveys the temper and tone of the times and projects the trans-formative phase of Indian society[edit]