ON CITIZENSHIP by Romila Thapar, N. Ram, Gautam Bhatia, and Gautam Patel [Hardcover]

On Citizenship is a collection of essays that delve into the complexities of Indian citizenship, the challenges it faces, and the path forward. In response to recent public debates and government decisions, the book explores the evolution of citizenship in India and globally, the rights of citizens, and the duties of the state. Historians, political commentators, legal scholars, and jurists, including Romila Thapar, N. Ram, Gautam Bhatia, and Gautam Patel, contribute their insights on how the Indian Constitution defines citizenship and the core values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity. These essays provide a deep understanding of the constitutional, legal, and political dimensions of citizenship in India, offering readers a clear perspective on the ongoing debates surrounding it.