Rohit Singh – författare

Presents Tantra from an ethnographic vantage point, through a series of case studies grounded in diverse settings across contemporary Asia.This is the first collection of essays to approach the topic of Tantric Studies from the vantage point of ethnography and lived religion, moving beyond the centrality of written texts and giving voice to the everyday life and livelihoods of a multitude of Tantric actors. Bringing together a team of international scholars whose contributions range across diverse communities and traditions in South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Himalayan region, the book connects distant shores of Tantric scholarship and lived Tantric practices. The contributors unpack Tantra's relationship to the body, ritual performance, sexuality, secrecy, power hierarchies, death, magic, and healing, while doing so with vigilant sensitivity to decolonization and the ethics of fieldwork. Through diverse ethnographies of Tantra and attention to lived experiences and life stories, the book challenges normative definitions of Tantra and maps the variety of Tantric traditions, providing comparative perspectives on Tantric societies across regions and religious backgrounds. The accessible tone of the ethnographic case studies makes this an ideal book for undergraduate or graduate audiences working on the topic of Tantra.

Presents Tantra from an ethnographic vantage point, through a series of case studies grounded in diverse settings across contemporary Asia.This is the first collection of essays to approach the topic of Tantric Studies from the vantage point of ethnography and lived religion, moving beyond the centrality of written texts and giving voice to the everyday life and livelihoods of a multitude of Tantric actors. Bringing together a team of international scholars whose contributions range across diverse communities and traditions in South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Himalayan region, the book connects distant shores of Tantric scholarship and lived Tantric practices. The contributors unpack Tantra's relationship to the body, ritual performance, sexuality, secrecy, power hierarchies, death, magic, and healing, while doing so with vigilant sensitivity to decolonization and the ethics of fieldwork. Through diverse ethnographies of Tantra and attention to lived experiences and life stories, the book challenges normative definitions of Tantra and maps the variety of Tantric traditions, providing comparative perspectives on Tantric societies across regions and religious backgrounds. The accessible tone of the ethnographic case studies makes this an ideal book for undergraduate or graduate audiences working on the topic of Tantra.

Policing on Camera Analysis examines use-of-force through video evidence, exploring how video technology transforms policing, accountability, and criminal justice systems worldwide. This critical resource analyzes body-worn cameras, dashboard cameras, and surveillance footage in law enforcement contexts. The book examines how video evidence affects police behavior, public perceptions, judicial processes, and policy development. Content covers video evidence collection, storage, analysis, and evidentiary standards in legal proceedings. Readers explore ethical considerations including privacy rights, consent, selective recording, and potential misuse of footage. Key topics include use-of-force analysis through video review, officer accountability mechanisms, and community trust building. The text addresses technical aspects including camera technology, video quality assessment, and forensic video analysis techniques. Special attention is given to policy frameworks governing body camera programs, public access to footage, and balancing transparency with privacy protection. Through case studies from diverse jurisdictions, the material demonstrates impacts of video evidence on policing practices and justice outcomes. This essential resource serves criminal justice students, law enforcement professionals, legal practitioners, policymakers, and researchers examining technology, policing, and accountability.