A broadranging introduction to politics and society in India set in ahistorical and cultural context. Written by two expert authors it assumes noprior knowledge... » 

A broadranging introduction to politics and society in India set in ahistorical and cultural context. Written by two expert authors it assumes noprior knowledge but aims to provide a balanced and nuanced understanding of thekey issues that have faced India since independence and the challenges itconfronts in the 21st century. «