Unlock the synergy between democratic philosophy and the politics of knowledge. This compelling study examines how critical reflection on rationality is vital for addressing urgent political issues concerning intellectuals. Engaging with thinkers from Kant to Foucault, the book argues that a democratic conception of philosophy is inseparable from democracy itself. A must-read for students and scholars of political science, philosophy, and social theory in India, offering profound insights into how knowledge shapes power and democratic futures.