The Role of Affirmative Action in Shaping the Indian Constitution’s Commitment to Social Justice
This article follows the role affirmative action played in forming the commitment of the Indian Constitution to social justice, tracking its historical setting and implementation via constitutional provisions. It examines several judicial precedents, such as Indra Sawhney v. Union of India, in discussing the consequences of these policies for education, employment, and political representation. The narrative explores scholarly debates while bringing out success stories and limitations of affirmative action in India. This analysis underlines the continuous evolution of the Indian legal framework in terms of promoting equality and rectifying historical injustices.