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Paperback
Number of Pages
384
Language
English
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Book Summary
This non-fiction history book offers a rigorous, educational look at a pivotal moment in India’s political history, focusing on the JP movement era and the events that led to the declaration of internal Emergency. It examines the forces shaping democracy, civil liberties, and political power, with a clear aim to help readers understand how crisis and protest influence governance. Ideal for history enthusiasts, political science students, and curious readers seeking a sharper view of democratic processes, the tone is thoughtful, analytical, and insightful.
The work presents a careful historical analysis that blends context, sourced perspectives, and a critical examination of key decisions and ideologies. It highlights the movement’s Total Revolution concept, the leadership dynamics, and the organizational ties that reinforced its influence, all within the broader social and political currents of the time. Readers are guided through cause and effect, with attention to how political ideas interact with real-world actions. The discussion then turns to the Emergency period itself, including the difficult choice to lift the line of control and call elections, and what those moments reveal about resilience in a democracy.
After finishing, readers gain a nuanced understanding of how democratic institutions respond to crisis, along with strengthened skills in historical analysis and critical thinking. The book leaves readers with a deeper curiosity about governance, civil society, and the enduring complexities of democratic decision-making.
Product Details
Author
Bipan Chandra
Publisher
Penguin Random House India
Number of Pages
384
Language
English
SKU
9780143029670
ISBN
9780143029670
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 499
₹ 424
₹ 75 Off