Mehdi, Sukaina and Trivedi, Vivek  <br/><br/>
The Indian constitution and social justice: promises, challenges, and the path forward 

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