The Indian constitution and social justice: promises, challenges, and the path forward
By: Mehdi, Sukaina and Trivedi, Vivek
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BookPublisher: Bihar Journal of Public Administration Description: 21(2s), Jul-Dec, 2024: p.572-581.Subject(s): gender equality, marginalized communities, minority rights, social justiceSummary: This research paper examines the complex relationship between the Indian
Constitution and social justice, exploring both the transformative potential of
constitutional provisions and the persistent challenges in their implementation.
It analyzes how constitutional rights and principles have been interpreted by
the courts, implemented through legislation and policy, and contested by social
movements. The paper investigates key areas including caste discrimination,
gender equality, religious freedom, and economic justice to assess the successes,
limitations, and ongoing struggles in the pursuit of social justice in India. While
acknowledging signifi cant advances enabled by constitutional mechanisms, the
research highlights the gap between constitutional ideals and social realities,
emphasizing the need for a multi-faceted approach that combines legal measures
with efforts to change social attitudes and empower marginalized communities.
The paper concludes that realizing the Constitution’s vision of social justice
requires renewed commitment, innovative approaches, and sustained engagement
from all sectors of society. - Reproduced
http://www.iipabiharbranch.org/upload/BJPA%20Vol.%20XXI%20No%202(S).pdf
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This research paper examines the complex relationship between the Indian
Constitution and social justice, exploring both the transformative potential of
constitutional provisions and the persistent challenges in their implementation.
It analyzes how constitutional rights and principles have been interpreted by
the courts, implemented through legislation and policy, and contested by social
movements. The paper investigates key areas including caste discrimination,
gender equality, religious freedom, and economic justice to assess the successes,
limitations, and ongoing struggles in the pursuit of social justice in India. While
acknowledging signifi cant advances enabled by constitutional mechanisms, the
research highlights the gap between constitutional ideals and social realities,
emphasizing the need for a multi-faceted approach that combines legal measures
with efforts to change social attitudes and empower marginalized communities.
The paper concludes that realizing the Constitution’s vision of social justice
requires renewed commitment, innovative approaches, and sustained engagement
from all sectors of society. - Reproduced
http://www.iipabiharbranch.org/upload/BJPA%20Vol.%20XXI%20No%202(S).pdf
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