Dr. Lenin Raghuvanshi is a prolific and committed writer whose works echo his lifelong dedication to social justice, human rights, and the dismantling of caste-based and patriarchal systems. His writings—spanning books, academic collaborations, opinion essays, and field research—have shaped both grassroots movements and global human rights discourse.
📘 Books and Editorial Work
- 1. Justice, Liberty, Equality: Dalits in Independent India
A compelling account of systemic discrimination against Dalits in post-independence India.
📅 First edition published in 2012; second edition released in 2025.
- 2. Touching the Untouchable: Dalit Empowerment through Consciousness-Raising
Chapter in Consciousness-Raising: Critical Pedagogy and Practice for Social Change, published by Routledge (Taylor & Francis Group).
Co-authored with Dr. Archana Kaushik and Dr. Mohanlal Panda.
- 3. Reformist Approaches to Human Rights and Law
Dr. Raghuvanshi serves as Chief Editor of this international volume published by HP Hamilton Publications (UK).
This book compiles critical legal perspectives and grassroots insights on justice and rights in India and beyond.
- 4. Kashi (Upcoming)
An upcoming book co-authored by Dr. Lenin Raghuvanshi, Mr. Chandra Mishra, and Ms. Shruti Nagvanshi, to be published by HP Hamilton Publications (UK).
Kashi explores the living heritage, pluralism, and socio-political landscape of Varanasi through personal, philosophical, and policy lenses.
🧠 Contributor to Academic Works
- 5. Identity, Rights, and Awareness: Anticaste Activism in India – by Jeremy A. Rinker
A scholarly examination of PVCHR’s model of anti-caste activism, placing it within broader human rights discourse.
- 6. Torture Journal – International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims (IRCT)
Multiple contributions focusing on testimonial therapy and torture prevention, rooted in survivor-centered justice practices.
📰 Articles and Editorials
- Youth Ki Awaaz
Regular contributor on caste, communalism, masculinity, pluralism, and grassroots democracy.
- Outlook India & Media Vigil
Insightful critiques and reflective essays on contemporary social and political issues.
- Medium
In-depth reflections on human rights, caste, secularism, and community-based transformation.
- Junputh Hindi Column – “Chhaan Ghont Ke” & More
A regular columnist with Junputh, Dr. Raghuvanshi writes widely read pieces on caste, democracy, art, and social healing in Hindi.
✍️ Themes Explored in His Writings
- Dalit and Adivasi rights
- Torture prevention & testimonial therapy
- Child rights & bonded labour
- Challenging toxic masculinity & militarism
- Pluralism, secularism, & democracy
- Community-based conflict transformation
- People’s participation in governance
📚 Featured In & Advisory Roles
- Brainwash (Netherlands) – Worldly Thinkers series
- G20 Interfaith Summit – Contributor on interfaith collaboration and SDGs
- Global India Research Network – Policy papers & field reports
- IRCT & JTPP – Member of editorial and advisory boards
Dr. Lenin Raghuvanshi’s writings are not just documentation—they are tools for transformation. They represent a powerful blend of grassroots insight, ethical reflection, and policy vision, moving society from the margins toward justice, reconciliation, and dignity for all.