Contents: Introduction. 1. The political system. 2. Equality and social justice. 3. Working of the constitution. 4. Institutional structure and relations. 5. Reforms and alternatives. At a time when the nation is passing through difficulties and our polity is under tremendous strain, the India International Centre has taken the initiative to analyse and examine a theme of great relevance to the current crisis. Eminent political scientists, educationists and public men have come together in this prestigious work to present their perspectives on the Constitution of India.