Towards A Sociology of Indian Law

Towards A Sociology of Indian Law is a seminal work that examines Indian law through a sociological lens rather than a purely doctrinal one. Upendra Baxi analyses how law operates within Indian society, focusing on the interaction between legal institutions, social structures, power relations, and constitutional ideals. The book challenges conventional understandings of law by situating statutes, judicial decisions, and legal processes within their broader social, economic, and political contexts. It offers a critical perspective on how law both reflects and shapes social change in India.

Key Features

• Introduces a sociological approach to understanding Indian law
• Critically examines the role of courts, legislation, and legal institutions in society
• Analyses law in relation to social justice, inequality, and power
• Emphasises constitutional values and transformative potential of law
• Influential contribution to socio-legal studies in India

This book is intended for law students, postgraduate scholars, and researchers studying jurisprudence, sociology of law, and constitutional studies. It is particularly relevant for academicians and socio-legal researchers interested in understanding how law functions in real social conditions.