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Dibyesh Anand

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Dibyesh Anand
Born
India
NationalityIndian
Occupation(s)Political scientist, author, professor
Employer(s)University of Westminster, London
Known forResearch on Tibet, China, Hindu nationalism, and identity politics
Websitehttps://www.westminster.ac.uk/about-us/our-people/directory/anand-dibyesh

Dibyesh Anand is an Indian political scientist and author. He is currently the Head of the School of Social Sciences at the University of Westminster in London. Anand is known for his research on Tibet, China, postcolonial politics, and the rise of Hindu nationalism in India.[1]

Early life and education

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Anand was born in India and pursued his higher education in political science. He received his doctoral degree (PhD) from the University of Westminster in London.[2]

Academic career

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Anand is a professor of International Relations and has served as Head of the Department of Politics and International Relations. He is recognised for his interdisciplinary research approach and critical perspectives on power, identity, and nationhood.

He has delivered lectures globally and written for academic journals and mainstream media. His work spans across South Asia, Tibet, and China, focusing on state violence, marginal identities, and nationalism.[3]

Publications

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  • Geopolitical Exotica — Tibet in Western Imagination (2007) – a critical analysis of Western representations of Tibet.
  • Hindu Nationalism in India and the Politics of Fear (2011) – an examination of right-wing politics and communalism in India.[4][5]

Personal life

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Anand is openly gay and has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights particularly in South Asian contexts. He integrates his personal identity and academic scholarship to promote diversity and inclusion.[6]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Tibet, nationalism and the paradox of resistance". The Conversation. 15 December 2016.
  2. ^ "Dr Dibyesh Anand". University of Westminster. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
  3. ^ "Dibyesh Anand – ORF Expert". Observer Research Foundation. Retrieved 31 July 2025.
  4. ^ Anand, Dibyesh (2007). Geopolitical Exotica: Tibet in Western Imagination. University of Minnesota Press. ISBN 978-0816649291. {{cite book}}: Check |isbn= value: checksum (help)
  5. ^ Anand, Dibyesh (2011). Hindu Nationalism in India and the Politics of Fear. Palgrave Macmillan. ISBN 978-0230298984. {{cite book}}: Check |isbn= value: checksum (help)
  6. ^ "Out and Proud: South Asians Challenging Homophobia". openDemocracy. Retrieved 31 July 2025.