Digitalisation, Democracy and Inclusive Politics in India

Digitalisation, Democracy, and Inclusive Politics in India brings together a rich collection of research articles that examine the transformative impact of digital technologies on Indian society, governance, and democratic processes. Covering themes such as internet connectivity, mobile technologies, artificial intelligence, digital governance, and political participation, the volume explores how digitalisation is reshaping the public sphere in the twenty-first century. The contributors move beyond policy narratives to assess the realities of Digital India at the grassroots level, highlighting both opportunities and challenges across rural and urban communities. The chapters address critical issues of digital inclusion, access to information, privacy, freedom of expression, educational inequalities, and civic engagement. They also demonstrate how social media and digital platforms have expanded democratic participation by enabling citizens and marginalised groups to voice concerns, mobilise collective action, and advocate for their rights. The volume further examines the growing use of digital technologies in governance, policymaking, and electoral politics, including their implications for civil liberties and democratic accountability. Combining scholarly rigour with ground-level insights, this volume is an important resource for researchers, policymakers, students, and all those interested in understanding the intersection of digitalisation, democracy, and social inclusion in India. …