Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth – 7th Edition
The 7th edition of “Indian Polity” by M. Laxmikanth remains one of the most comprehensive and essential resources for UPSC IAS aspirants. Here’s an overview of the book, including its index and an analysis of its contents:
Overview
- Author: M. Laxmikanth
- Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
- Edition: 7th Edition, published in 2023
- Purpose: Designed to provide a deep understanding of the Indian political system and the Constitution of India, it is indispensable for Civil Services aspirants.
Index (Table of Contents)
- Historical Background
- Making of the Constitution
- Concept of Constitution
- Salient Features of the Constitution
- Preamble of the Constitution
- Union and its Territory
- Citizenship
- Fundamental Rights
- Directive Principles of State Policy
- Fundamental Duties
- Amendment of the Constitution
- Basic Structure of the Constitution
- Parliamentary System
- Federal System
- Centre–State Relations
- Inter-State Relations
- Emergency Provisions
- President
- Vice-President
- Prime Minister
- Central Council of Ministers
- Cabinet Committees
- Parliament
- Parliamentary Committees
- Parliamentary Forums
- Supreme Court
- Judicial Review
- Judicial Activism
- Public Interest Litigation
- Governor
- Chief Minister
- State Council of Ministers
- State Legislature
- High Court
- Subordinate Courts
- Tribunals
- National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission
- Lok Adalat and other courts
- Panchayati Raj
- Municipalities
- Union Territories
- Scheduled and Tribal Areas
- Election Commission
- Union Public Service Commission
- State Public Service Commission
- Finance Commission
- Goods and Services Tax Council
- National Commission for SCs
- National Commission for STs
- National Commission for BCs
- Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities
- Comptroller and Auditor General of India
- Attorney General of India
- Advocate General of the State
- Constitutional Prescriptions
- NITI Aayog
- National Human Rights Commission
- State Human Rights Commission
- National Commission for Women
- National Commission for Protection of Child Rights
- National Commission for Minorities
- Central Information Commission
- State Information Commission
- Central Vigilance Commission
- Central Bureau of Investigation
- Lokpal and Lokayuktas
- National Investigation Agency
- National Disaster Management Authority
- Bar Council of India
- Law Commission of India
- Delimitation Commission of India
- Co-operative Societies
- Official Language
- Public Services
- Rights and Liabilities of the Government
- Special Provisions Relating to Certain Classes
- Special Provisions for Some States
- Political Parties
- Role of Regional Parties
- Elections
- Election Laws
- Electoral Reforms
- Voting Behaviour
- Coalition Government
- Anti-Defection Law
- Pressure Groups
- National Integration
- Foreign Policy
- National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution
- Landmark Judgements and their Impact
- Important Doctrines of Constitutional Interpretation
- World Constitutions
Analysis
- Comprehensive Coverage:
- The book covers all aspects of the Indian political system, including detailed sections on the historical background, making of the Constitution, and the salient features of the Constitution.
- It provides in-depth analysis and explanations of fundamental rights, duties, and the intricate workings of the parliamentary system and federal structure.
- Updated Content:
- The 7th edition includes updates on recent constitutional amendments, changes in the political landscape, and new chapters on contemporary issues such as GST Council, National Investigation Agency, and National Disaster Management Authority.
- Exam-Focused:
- The book is structured to meet the needs of UPSC aspirants, with clear headings, subheadings, and bullet points to facilitate easy reading and quick revisions.
- It includes multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and practice questions at the end of each chapter to help students test their understanding and prepare effectively.
- Appendices:
- The appendices provide additional resources like constitutional articles, lists of amendments, and important acts, making it a handy reference tool for quick lookup during revisions.
- Clear and Concise Language:
- Written in a clear and concise manner, the book simplifies complex constitutional concepts, making them accessible to students from diverse academic backgrounds.
