Political Theory and Indian Politics

Contents: Preface. 1. Political theory meaning and approaches. 2. Religion in political theory. 3. Theories of state. 4. Justice: conceptions and Rawl\'s theory. 5. Quality: social, political and economic. 6. Rights: meaning and theories. 7. Democracy. 8. Political ideology. 9. Indian political thought. Bibliography.

"This is a landmark publication. At a time when every aspect of India is getting rapidly and intricately inter-woven with the global, his book will be an invaluable guide to not just political scientists but also economists, sociologists and anybody interested in the strategic analysis of India\'s international relations and domestic policymaking. This splendid book shows that the study of Indian politics is essential for comparative politics and political theory. Written with flair and fully accessible to non-experts, the book should put the study of India where it belongs, in the forefront of political science." (jacket)