Indian Democracy

Indian Democracy: Challenges and Opportunities in the New Millennium provides an insightful exploration of the evolving dynamics of Indian democracy in the 21st century. It examines the historical roots, contemporary challenges, and emerging opportunities shaping governance in India. The book addresses critical issues such as political instability, corruption, identity politics, and institutional erosion while highlighting the transformative role of civil society, youth, and technology in fostering democratic participation. It delves into themes like federalism, centre-state relations, authoritarianism, and populism to illustrate the complexities of power dynamics in India's federal structure. The impact of caste, religion, regionalism, insurgency, and terrorism on democratic processes is analysed alongside the growing influence of media, social media, and judicial activism. The book covers electoral reforms, environmental governance, economic shifts, and human rights and offers a holistic view of Indian democracy's resilience and adaptability in a rapidly changing world. About the Editors Mr Soumalya Ghosh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science of S. R. Fatepuria College, Affiliated with the University of Kalyani, Beldanga, Murshidabad, West Bengal. He is pursuing his doctoral research at the Department of Political Science, University of North Bengal, Darjeeling, West Bengal. His area of specialisation is Political Thought and Theory. He has participated in almost 50 International and National State-Level Seminars, Conferences, and Webinars. Mr Sanjog Subbais an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at S.R. Fatepuria College, University of Kalyani, Murshidabad, West Bengal and a doctoral scholar at the Department of Political Science, University of North Bengal, Darjeeling, West Bengal.