The Burden of Democracy - India After 65 Years

Explore the complexities and challenges of India's democratic journey in this thought-provoking conference talk from the Australia India Institute. Delve into the romance and burden of democracy, examining key issues such as political problems, identity, education, healthcare, and the informal economy. Gain insights into the role of progressivism, civil service, and the judiciary in shaping India's democratic landscape over the past 65 years. Analyze the wide discretion given to various institutions and the impact of meritocracy on the nation's development. Engage with a comprehensive discussion on the two processes that have influenced India's democratic evolution and the ongoing struggles faced by the world's largest democracy.

Introduction
The Burden of Democracy
The Romance of Democracy
Wide Discretion
Political Problems
Identity
Education
Healthcare
Informal Economy
Meritocracy
Two Processes
Progressivism
Civil Service
Role of Judiciary