Constitution, Government and Politics in India: Evolution and Present Structure

In 1947, when India became independent from its British rulers, the country inherited a dismal economy. Owing to poor technological and scientific capabilities, industrialization was limited and lop-sided. India's agricultural sector exhibited features of feudal and semi-feudal institutions, resulting in low productivity. The political system was fragmented and national unity was in danger. Various factors were responsible for the political problems which were threatening the very existence of I…