Electoral Practice and the Election Commission of India: Politics, Institutions and Democracy

The book provides an insight into the role of the Election Commission in the Indian democratic process, comparing electoral procedures in India with other liberal democracies and studying its socio-political situatedness.

Format: Hardback
Length: 266 pages
Publication date: 21 September 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

The book delves into the profound impact of the Election Commission on the Indian democratic process, highlighting its crucial regulatory role in conducting elections between 1990 and 2019. It explores in detail the intricate interplay between the Commission and key state institutions such as the Parliament, Supreme Court, and political parties, showcasing their collaborative efforts to streamline democratic procedures during this transformative period. Through a comparative analysis of electoral practices in India with other liberal democracies like Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and South Africa, the book underscores the pivotal role of electoral institutions in democratization. Additionally, it delves into the socio-political context of the Election Commission, examining how it shapes and influences the political culture of India. This comprehensive study provides valuable insights into the functioning of the Election Commission and its role in fostering a democratic and inclusive society in India.
The book offers an insightful exploration into the critical contribution of the Election Commission to the Indian democratic process, particularly through its regulatory role in conducting elections between 1990 and 2019. It delves into the intricate dynamics between the Commission and pivotal state institutions, including the Parliament, Supreme Court, and political parties, highlighting their collaborative efforts to streamline democratic procedures during this period of significant transformation. Through a comparative analysis of electoral practices in India with other liberal democracies such as Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and South Africa, the book underscores the pivotal role of electoral institutions in democratization. Additionally, it delves into the socio-political context of the Election Commission, examining how it shapes and influences the political culture of India. This comprehensive study provides valuable insights into the functioning of the Election Commission and its role in fostering a democratic and inclusive society in India.

Weight: 470g
Dimension: 237 x 159 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781009346863