Popular Sovereignty And Democratic Transformations The Constitution Of India

Author: Sarbani Sen

Year: 2015 ( Digitally Printed In 2025 )

About the Book:
This pioneering study explores the relationship between constitutionalism and popular sovereignty in the Indian context. The author delves into fundamental legal and political questions surrounding the Indian Constitution's evolution, critically engaging with the ideas of theorists like Habermas and Ackerman. She argues for a nuanced understanding of democracy, distinguishing between the people's sovereign power and its delegation to governmental institutions. The book positions the basic structure doctrine as a key site for examining the role of democratic transformation in India’s constitutional framework.

Key Features:

• First study of the intellectual influences on the Indian Constitution.
• Original research bridging political theory, jurisprudence, and constitutional law.
• Examines fundamental issues of democracy beyond electoral institutions.
• Useful for Political Theory & Law courses, providing deep scholarly insights.

Ideal For:

• Law & Political Science Students studying constitutionalism.
• Researchers & Academics analyzing India’s constitutional evolution.
• Judicial & Policy Experts engaging with sovereignty and democratic transformations.

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