1. Indian Village (1955) - A comprehensive study of a north Indian village, examining its social structure, economy, and religious beliefs.
2. India's Changing Villages: Human Factors in Community Development (1958) - Explores the impact of community development programs on rural communities in India.
3. Caste and Communication in an Indian Village (1961) - Examines the role of caste in shaping communication patterns and social interactions in a village in Uttar Pradesh.
4. Social Structure of India: A Reader (1967) - Edited volume featuring contributions from leading scholars on the social structure of India, covering topics such as caste, class, and kinship.
5. Understanding Change in Indian Society: A Study in the Caste System (1968) - Analyzes the impact of social and economic change on the caste system in India.
6. Contemporary India and Its Modernization (1968) - Explores the challenges and opportunities facing India in its pursuit of modernization.
7. Cultural Anthropology in India (1971) - Edited volume discussing the development of cultural anthropology as a discipline in India and its contributions to the study of Indian society and culture.
8. Society in India (1977) - A comprehensive overview of Indian society, covering topics such as social inequality, kinship, religion, and political organization.
9. Women and Kinship in North India (1979) - Explores the status and roles of women in north Indian society, with a focus on kinship relations.
10. Indian Society (1988) - A textbook providing a comprehensive introduction to Indian society and culture, suitable for undergraduate and graduate students.