Reimagining Social Justice by Dr. A. Subhashini & Jerom Stuward J – 1st Edition 2026

Description

Part I

Foundations of Law and Society

Chapter 1       Sociology of Law: Historical Origins and Theoretical Foundations

Chapter 2       Law, Tradition and Culture: A Dialectical Relationship

Chapter 3       Theories of Punishment and Social Control

Chapter 4       Law as a Social Institution: Family, Kinship, Religion and Economy

Part II

Constitutional Vision and Social Change

Chapter 5       The Indian Constitution and Social Justice: Ideals in the Preamble

Chapter 6       Directive Principles of State Policy: Welfare State and Community Charter

Chapter 7       Fundamental Rights and Judicial Activism in
Advancing Social Justice

Chapter 8       Public Interest Litigation and Human Rights Jurisprudence in India

PART III

INEQUALITY, EXCLUSION AND JUSTICE

Chapter 9       Caste and Law: Historical Legacies and Constitutional Safeguards

Chapter 10     Reservations, Creamy Layer Debate and Social Mobility

Chapter 11     Law and Minorities: Religious, Linguistic and Regional Identities

Chapter 12     Tribal Rights and Indigenous Communities: Legal Protection and Challenges

PART IV

FAMILY, GENDER AND EMPOWERMENT

Chapter 13     Law and the Institution of Family: Structure, Change and Legislation

Chapter 14     Women in Indian Society: Historical Inequalities and Contemporary Challenges

Chapter 15     Crimes Against Women and the Evolution of Protective Legislation

Chapter 16     Women’s Empowerment: Political, Social and Economic Dimensions

PART V

RIGHTS OF VULNERABLE GROUPS

Chapter 17     Child Rights: Protection from Exploitation, Education and Welfare

Chapter 18     Rights of Disabled Persons: From Welfare to Empowerment

Chapter 19     Rights of the Elderly: Legal and Policy Frameworks for Dignity in Old Age

Chapter 20     LGBTQIA+ Rights: Legal Recognition and Social Inclusion

PART VI

REFORMS AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS

Chapter 21     Judicial Reforms for a Responsive Justice System

Chapter 22     Role of Civil Society and NGOs in Advancing Social Justice

Chapter 23     Reimagining Social Justice in 21st Century India: Challenges and Opportunities

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