Explore India’s deepening democracy and its transformative journey since the 1990s. This insightful book introduces the ‘vernacular public arena,’ revealing how diverse Indian social groups—including Dalits, Adivasis, and minorities—are actively shaping public life and influencing governance. Understand the profound impact of economic liberalization and decentralization on societal shifts. Essential reading for scholars and students of South Asian Studies, Political Science, Sociology, and anyone fascinated by India’s evolving political dynamics and the vibrant participation of its people.