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India-Australia:

Bharat’s Legacy of Connection, History and Diaspora

This book presents a comprehensive and accessible exploration of the India-Australia relationship. Spanning twelve chapters, it delves into the ancient bonds, historical ties, colonial interactions, and contemporary affairs that have shaped this dynamic. Serving as an invaluable handbook for diaspora Indians, students, and migrants journeying from India to Australia.

Breaking away from traditional genres, it unveils information previously unexplored, presenting new insights into the shared history and cultural exchanges between these two nations. Each chapter not only offers a detailed examination of its subject but also opens avenues for further research and exploration.

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the author

Shashi Holla

Shashi Holla is an Indian-Australian small business owner based in Western Australia. Before finding his way to Australia, Shashi worked for ten years in the health sectors of Botswana.

Being an ardent student of Indology and independent researcher, this is his first book on diaspora literature covering India-Australia.

Shashi is a practising pharmacist and holds a master’s in public health from Monash University. Shashi had a stint in pharmaceutical segments in India and Botswana prior migrating to Australia in 2008. After associating with several community organisations in Australia, Shashi developed a deep interest in studying the interface between diaspora and host society interactions. In this book, he explores the missing link in the India-Australia story.

Reviews of India-Australia

“The book by Shashi Holla traces Bharat’s legacy in Australia succinctly and discusses issues of importance to contemporary Australians. It is captivating as the author walks the readers through the history and early contacts between India and Australia. The author succeeds in carefully crafting relevant events and topics that would broaden the knowledge of readers.”

—Dr. Milind Sathye

Professor of Banking and Finance, University of Canberra; Chief Mentor, Bhishma School of Indian Knowledge System, India.

“We have set a transformative role for the Indian diaspora. This book by Shashi Holla is an attempt to lay down facts and ideas that can inform what efforts we need to make to be a part of this great country and make life richer for all.”