Marie Lecomte-Tilouine

Marie Lecomte-Tilouine is a French anthropologist and Director of Research at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS). She specializes in Himalayan studies, particularly focusing on Nepal's social and political dynamics, religion, and martial traditions. Her research has extensively covered the Maoist insurgency in Nepal, examining how the movement transformed rural society and traditional power structures. The publication of her book "Hindu Kingship, Ethnic Revival, and Maoist Rebellion in Nepal" (2009) is considered a significant contribution to understanding Nepal's political evolution. Lecomte-Tilouine's work bridges anthropology and political analysis, documenting the intersection of religion, warfare, and social change in Nepal. Her studies of Nepalese military culture and martial traditions have helped illuminate the relationship between ritual practices and political power in the region. Her field research spans several decades in Nepal's western and central regions, resulting in numerous academic publications in both French and English. She has been particularly noted for her analysis of how traditional Hindu concepts have been reinterpreted and mobilized in modern political movements.

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Hindu Kingship, Ethnic Revival, and Maoist Rebellion in Nepal Analysis of Nepal's monarchy, ethnic politics, and the rise of Maoism through anthropological research conducted between 1979 and 2006.

Revolution in Nepal: An Anthropological and Historical Approach to the People's War Historical study examining the cultural and social dimensions of Nepal's civil conflict through field research and primary sources.

Nature, Culture and Religion at the Crossroads of Asia Exploration of the relationships between environmental practices, cultural beliefs, and religious traditions in the Himalayan region.

Wild Goddesses in India and Nepal: Myths, Rites and Models Investigation of female deities in Hindu traditions, focusing on their worship practices and cultural significance in the Nepal-India region.

Sacrifice in India: Theories and Contexts Comprehensive examination of sacrificial practices in Indian religions, incorporating historical documentation and contemporary observations.

Political Rituals and Rituals of Rebellion in Nepal Analysis of political ceremonies and protest movements in Nepal, documenting their historical evolution and social impact.

Philippe Ramirez studies Hindu kingdoms and ritual practices in Nepal, focusing on political and religious authority in the Himalayan region. His work examines power structures and their evolution through traditional ceremonies and social hierarchies.

David Gellner researches Buddhism, ethnicity, and politics in Nepal, with extensive fieldwork in the Kathmandu Valley. His analysis covers caste systems, democratization, and activism among ethnic groups in Nepal.

Gisèle Krauskopff investigates the Tharu people of Nepal's Terai region and their social organization. Her research documents indigenous knowledge systems and land relationships among Himalayan communities.

Marc Gaborieau focuses on Islam in South Asia and Hindu-Muslim relations in Nepal. His work examines religious hierarchies and power dynamics in Nepalese society through anthropological and historical perspectives.

Anne de Sales studies shamanic practices and ritual traditions among the Kham-Magar of Nepal. Her ethnographic work documents oral traditions and religious practices in rural Himalayan communities.