India's Communal Constitution

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Focusing on the interplay between law and political identity, the book explores how the Indian Constitution, despite its liberal framework, often defines the Indian populace in communal terms. It critiques this phenomenon, termed India's Communal Constitution, and its influence on contemporary practices regarding religious freedom, personal law, and minority rights. By highlighting the tension between the ideal of individual citizenship and the reality of community-based identities, the book reveals the complexities within India's constitutional landscape.