The British Association for South Asian Studies
About us
The British Association for South Asian Studies (BASAS) is the largest UK academic association for the study of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives, and the South Asian diaspora.
BASAS supports advanced research in the humanities and social sciences of South Asia. One of the overseas organisations grant-aided by the British Academy, it is a registered charity (number 264591).
By Dr Monika Barthwal-Datta,
University of Surrey
News & Events
BASAS Master’s Dissertation Prize 2024 – Winners Announced
Usama Salamat Damni Kain We are delighted to announce the results of the BASAS Master’s Dissertation Prize 2024. This...
BASAS Graduate Essay Prize 2024 – Winner Announced
Tanuj Luthra, “Conviviality in the Clinic: Chhota daktars and the Work of Care in Delhi” There was very stiff...
BASAS Council – Elections 2024
The BASAS Council is responsible for the management, governance, and administration of the Association. It is formally known as...
BASAS Conference 2024 – King’s College London (9-11 September 2024)
The British Association for South Asian Studies Annual Conference 2024 took place at King’s College London on September 9-11,...