• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

ClearIAS

UPSC: Latest News, IAS, IPS, UPSC Online Preparation

UPSC Prelims Test Series 2021Enroll Now
  • Home
  • Start
    • IAS
    • IAS Exam Eligibility
    • UPSC
    • UPSC Syllabus
    • UPSC Exam Date
    • UPSC Results
    • FAQs
  • Programs
    • Prelims
    • Mains
    • Interview
  • Buy
    • Courses
    • Mock Test Series
    • IAS Books
    • eBooks (PDF)
  • Free
    • Study Materials
    • Guidance
    • eBooks (PDFs)
    • Mock Exams
    • ClearIAS App
    • Downloads
  • Toppers
  • Blog
  • Login
ClearIAS » UPSC Books Review » ‘Governance, Constitution and Social Justice’ by Salman Khurshid and Gaurav Gupta – Book Review

‘Governance, Constitution and Social Justice’ by Salman Khurshid and Gaurav Gupta – Book Review

Last updated on February 3, 2020 by Alex Andrews George

Governance, Constitution, and Social JusticeThe renowned publisher, McGraw Hill Education India, has come up with another promising book in the domain of Indian Polity, titled ‘Governance, Constitution, and Social Justice‘.

What distinguishes the book ‘Governance, Constitution, and Social Justice‘ from all other books in this category is the authority of the authors.

The book is jointly authored by Salman Khurshid and Gaurav Gupta.

Authors: Salman Khurshid and Gaurav Gupta

The names of the authors need no introduction. Salman Khurshid is an eminent Indian politician who held different portfolios in the Central Government including Minister of External Affairs and Minister of Law and Justice. He is a senior advocate of the Supreme Court of India. Gaurav Gupta, the joint author, is a leading advocating of the Supreme Court of India. Gaurav was also part of the 20th Law Commission.

Salman Khurshid’s book on Indian Constitution is not a replacement of Laxmikanth’s book on Indian Polity

Indian Polity authored by M.Laxmikanth and published by McGraw Hill Education (MHE) has always been one of the best selling books on Indian Polity. It is interesting to see the publisher not just stopping there. MHE has recently been adding many titles like ‘Important Judgments that transformed India‘ in the area of Indian Constitution to bridge all gaps and emerge as the market authority. The latest addition to the list is ‘Governance, Constitution, and Social Justice’.

Of course, there may be an overlap, however, Salman Khurshid’s Constitution book is not a replacement of Laxmikanths book. Salman Khurshid’s book can be better considered as ‘Indian Constitution for beginners’. The book focuses to get the facts and fundamentals of aspirants right, from the beginning.

130+ Prelims Marks is Possible. Only if you are guided the right way.

Join ClearIAS Prelims Test Series 2021.

Take a Free Test

A great handbook on Indian Constitution: Get the facts correct!

When compared to other books on Indian Polity, the book by Salam Khurshid and Gaurav Gupta is a short and crisp one – much like a handbook on Indian Constitution. This book uses a different approach.

Be it UPSC Preliminary Exam or Main Exam, the book ‘Governance, Constitution and Social Justice’ is a good starting point for the Polity/Constitution. You can finish the book in a few days time. It will be quite handy in the final days of revision as well.

Value for money

The number of pages of the book is only half of that of M.Laxmikanth’s Indian Polity – so of course, you will not see everything in Laxmikanth’s book in Salman Khurshid’s book. It is justified by the price of the book as well – only less than half of the Indian Polity book.

Besides, the paper quality of the book is excellent. The book also comes out with reader-friendly page layout, fonts, and typesetting.

Link to buy the book from Amazon – Click here.

Link to buy the book from Flipkart – Click here.

A lot of important topics covered

Many highly relevant areas for UPSC Mains like the Comparison of Indian Constitutional scheme with other countries, Judicial Doctrines, Simultaneous Elections, Conflict in Delhi with LG, Full statehood for Delhi, Article 370, ASFPA etc are covered in the book.

Don't miss the latest updates of ClearIAS!

Join ClearIAS Telegram Chanel.

Get free studymaterials and guidance.

Join for FREE

Special chapters deal with many of the topics of UPSC Main Exam like Salient Features of the RPA Act, the role of NGOs, the role of civil services in democracy etc.

Also, at the end of each chapter, probable questions for UPSC Prelims and Mains are discussed.

Though the title is Governance, Constitution, and Social Justice, readers will soon identify that the main area of focus is the Indian Constitution itself.

Conclusion

In short, this book is a quick read on the Indian Constitution – useful to begin your polity preparation.

Given the concise nature, the book is not intended to cover everything related to Indian Polity comprehensively.  But if you are looking for a small and handy book to learn the nuances of the Indian Constitution, this can be an ideal choice.

Moreover, if you need a concise handbook on Indian Polity/Constitution to save time before final revision, this book by Salman Khurshid and Gaurav Gupta should be the answer.

Our recommendation is that you should supplement Salman Khurshid’s Constitution book with Indian Polity by M.Laxmikanth and Important Judgments that transformed India by Alex Andrews George – to leave no stones unturned.

Trusted by Toppers. Loved by 3,00,000+ Registered Users.

ClearIAS UPSC Prelims Online Mock Exams.

Take a Free Test

How can you buy Governance, Constitution and Social Justice by Salman Khurshid and Gaurav Gupta?

Governance, Constitution and Social Justice – Click to buy online from Amazon. OR Click to buy online from Flipkart.

Print Friendly, PDF & Email
Review of 'Governance, Constitution and Social Justice' by Salman Khurshid and Gaurav Gupta
Salman Khurshid Book

Book Title: Governance, Constitution and Social Justice

Book Description: 'Governance, Constitution and Social Justice' is a fundamental book to understand Constitutional laws along with its application in current affairs.

Book Author: Salman Khurshid and Gaurav Gupta

Book Edition: First

Book Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9353167698

Number Of Pages: 440

More...

  • Content
  • Ease of Reading
  • Exam Relevance
  • Authority
  • Coverage of UPSC Syllabus
  • Language and Presentation
  • Paper Quality
4.7

Summary

If you need a concise book to learn various provisions of the Indian Constitution, get the book 'Governance, Constitution and Social Justice' by Salman Khurshid and Gaurav Gupta. This book can be a good starting material for Indian Polity. The book can also be used as a handbook for quick revision before the exam.

  • Click to buy the book
  • Share24
    Tweet
    WhatsApp
    24 Shares

    Integrate Learning With Test-Taking!

    Is UPSC Prelims your weak area?

    Don’t worry!

    We can help you score high marks!

    Are you ready to practise the right way?

    Yes, I want ClearIAS to help me score high!

    Get our newsletter

    Don't miss our email updates!

    About Alex Andrews George

    Alex Andrews George is a mentor, author, and entrepreneur. Alex is the founder of ClearIAS and one of the expert Civil Service Exam Trainers in India.

    He is the author of many best-seller books like 'Important Judgments that transformed India' and 'Important Acts that transformed India'.

    A trusted mentor and pioneer in online training, Alex's guidance, strategies, study-materials, and mock-exams have helped thousands of aspirants to become IAS, IPS, and IFS officers.

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Primary Sidebar

    Aim to be an IAS Officer?

    Nothing can beat practice!

    Join ClearIAS Prelims Test Series 2021

    Practice 40+ online mock exams!

    Limited Period Offer: 40% OFF!

    Enroll Now!

    ClearIAS Study Materials for UPSC Prelims and Mains

    • Indian History - Indian History and Culture.
    • Geography - Indian and World Geography.
    • Economics - Indian Economy.
    • Indian Polity - Constitution, Social Justice etc.
    • General Science - Science and Technology.
    • Environment - Biodiversity, Climate Change etc.
    • Current Affairs - National and international.

    ClearIAS Study Materials for UPSC Mains (Extra-Topics)

    • World History - GS paper 1.
    • Indian Society - GS paper 1.
    • Foreign Relations - GS paper 2.
    • International Affairs - GS paper 2.
    • Internal Security - GS paper 3.
    • Disaster Management - GS paper 3.
    • Ethics - GS paper 4.

    ClearIAS Study Materials for UPSC Mains (Paper-wise)

    • Essay Paper
    • GS 1 Paper
    • GS 2 Paper
    • GS 3 Paper
    • GS 4 Paper

    ClearIAS Online Mock Exams (Prelims and Mains)

    • Prelims Mock Exams
    • Mains Mock Exams (AWP)

    Congrats! You are at the right place - ClearIAS!

    • 1 million+ monthly users!
    • 9,00,000+ ClearIAS App Downloads!
    • 4,50,000+ Facebook Followers!
    • 3,50,000+ Email Subscribers!
    • 3,00,000+ Registered Aspirants!

    Prepare for UPSC Online!

    Get Started

    UPSC Online Preparation Guidance

    • UPSC - Union Public Service Commission
    • IAS - Indian Administrative Service
    • Civil Services Exam (CSE) - Exam Pattern
    • UPSC Syllabus - Subjects to learn
    • IAS Books - Books to learn
    • UPSC CSE Eligibility - Who can appear?
    • UPSC Exam Dates - When should you apply?
    • UPSC Result - Check UPSC Results
    • UPSC FAQs - Clarify your queries

    What do toppers' say about ClearIAS?

    Poonam Dalal

    "Working 24*7 in the police for the last 5 years and been out of touch with the preparation, I took the guidance from your website, especially the ClearIAS prelims test series. I bought it and found it to be the best available online." - Poonam Dalal, ClearIAS Online Student

    Read more reviews by UPSC Toppers...

    Enroll in

    ClearIAS UPSC Prelims Online Test Series 2021

    Score High in the IAS Exam!

    Trusted by Toppers

    Limited Period Offer: 40% Discount!

    Enroll now

    Don’t lose out without playing the right game!

    Adopt the 3 Strategies for Success in the UPSC Civil Services Exam.

    Learn UPSC Strategies

    • Home
    • IAS
    • UPSC
    • FAQs
    • Blog
    • Login

    UPSC Online Preparation

    • Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
    • Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
    • Indian Police Service (IPS)
    • IAS Exam Eligibility
    • UPSC Free Study Materials
    • UPSC Exam Guidance
    • UPSC Prelims Test Series
    • UPSC Syllabus
    • UPSC Online
    • UPSC Books
    • UPSC Prelims
    • UPSC Mains
    • UPSC Interview

    ClearIAS

    • About ClearIAS
    • ClearIAS Programs
    • IAS Coaching
    • Announcements
    • Book Review
    • ClearIAS App
    • Sitemap
    • Work with us
    • Advertise with us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Contact Us

    UPSC 2021

    UPSC Exam Calendar 2021

    Follow us

    Follow us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterFollow us on YouTubeFollow us on ClearIAS Learning AppFollow us on ClearIAS Test Prep AppFollow us on Telegram

    Featured on

    ClearIAS Featured in The Hindu
    ClearIAS Featured in the Times of India
    ClearIAS Featured in the New Indian Express
    ClearIAS Featured in the Yourstory

    and many more...

    Copyright © 2020 - ClearIAS.com