Law, Liberty And The State: Can India Fix Its Justice System?

In the fifth episode of NDTV Loves Books, NDTV's Gargi Rawat speaks to lawyer and author Anand Prasad about his book Unshackling the Elephant.

Prasad examines the structural challenges within India's legal system - from delays in justice delivery and weak contract enforcement to questions around judicial accountability and state power.

He argues for reforms that make the law more accessible, responsive and aligned with the realities of ordinary citizens, while also sparking debate on issues such as sovereign immunity, public interest litigation, and individual freedoms.

The conversation explores whether India's legal framework can evolve to better serve its people in a rapidly changing society.