Working of the Constitution: Checks and Balances (1st Edition) 2015

Working of the Constitution: Checks and Balances by V. Sudhish Pai is a comprehensive examination of the institutional mechanisms that sustain constitutional governance in India. The book provides an in-depth analysis of how the Constitution structures relationships among the legislature, executive, and judiciary to maintain accountability and prevent concentration of power.Focusing on the doctrine of separation of powers, the text evaluates the role of judicial review in preserving constitutional supremacy and protecting Fundamental Rights. It explores Parliament’s legislative authority, executive discretion, federal distribution of powers, and the judiciary’s interpretative function. The work carefully discusses constitutional amendments and the development of the Basic Structure Doctrine as safeguards against majoritarian excess.Supported by extensive Supreme Court jurisprudence, the book highlights landmark decisions that define the contours of institutional balance in India’s democratic framework. It reflects on constitutional morality, rule of law, and the evolving dynamics between constitutional organs.Featuring a foreword by Justice M.N. Venkatachaliah, former Chief Justice of India, this publication by Eastern Book Company combines doctrinal clarity with analytical depth. It serves as an indispensable reference for judges, advocates, academicians, law students, and policymakers seeking a deeper understanding of checks and balances and the practical working of the Indian Constitution.