Books That Provide Valuable Insights Into Evolution Of Indian Politics

India After Gandhi: The History Of The World's Largest Democracy

By Ramachandra Guha Provides an in-depth look at India's political journey after gaining independence.

The Argumentative Indian: Writings On Indian History, Culture, And Identity

By Amartya Sen Explores the intellectual history and cultural diversity that shape Indian politics.

The Accidental Prime Minister: The Making And Unmaking Of Manmohan Singh

By Sanjaya Baru Offers insights into the political dynamics during Manmohan Singh's tenure as Prime Minister.

The Emergency: A Personal History

By Coomi Kapoor Examines the tumultuous period of the Emergency declared in 1975 by then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

The God Of Small Things

By Arundhati Roy While a work of fiction, this novel highlights societal issues and politics in post-colonial India.

The RSS: A View To The Inside

By Walter K. Andersen and Shridhar D. Damle Explores the history and inner workings of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a prominent right-wing organization.

Everybody Loves A Good Drought: Stories From India's Poorest Districts

By P. Sainath Investigates the impact of government policies on marginalized communities and rural politics.

The Unending Game: A Former R&AW Chief's Insights Into Espionage

By Vikram Sood Offers an inside perspective on India's intelligence agencies and their role in shaping political decisions.

An Uncertain Glory: India And Its Contradictions

By Jean Drèze and Amartya Sen Explores the challenges and contradictions of India's economic and political development.

Democracy On The Road: A 25-Year Journey Through India

By Ruchir Sharma Chronicles the author's travels across India during elections, shedding light on the country's diverse political landscape.