hindavast
Hindavast is a term encountered primarily in literary, academic, and political discussions as a theoretical or fictional designation for a land associated with Hindu cultural and historical spheres. It is not an officially recognized state or geography. The term is used to explore ideas of cultural unity, territorial identity, and political possibility within the Indian subcontinent.
Etymology and scope: The word Hindavast combines Hind, referring to Hindu or Hindustan, with vast, an archaic
Historical and contemporary usage: The concept has appeared in nationalist writings, in speculative or alternate-history fiction,
Significance and discourse: As a thought experiment, Hindavast is used to discuss sovereignty, secularism, regionalism, and
See also: Hindustan, Bharata, Hindavi, Pan-Indianism; for further reading, consult scholarly sources on nationalism, regional identity,