Chapter 1: Salient Features of Indian Society Chapter 2: Role of Women and Women's Organization Chapter 3: Population and Associated Issues Chapter 4: Poverty and Developmental Issues Chapter 5: Urbanization, Their Problems and Their Remedies Chapter 6: Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Chapter 7: Communalism Chapter 8: Regionalism Chapter 9: Secularism Chapter 10: Social Empowerment

Any candidate aspiring for Civil Services should essentially have a good understanding of diverse social issues the Indian society is currently facing. It has been observed that multiple questions pertaining to the Indian Society and its related issues are regularly asked in Main's - General Studies (GS) Paper-I and in the Essay paper too. Besides, candidates are also required to be well-versed with these issues in the personality test (interview) as well. The second edition has been completely revamped to provide comprehensive and concise understanding of the Indian society. The updated chapters provide an in-depth insight on the various social issues, the reasons for their existence, their impact on different segments of society and actions taken or planned to eliminate the social constraints at the larger level and achieve the vision of social equity and social justice in India. The book aims to not only equip an aspirant with all the relevant information required for scoring high marks in the exam but also help the future policy-makers to have a better understanding of what Indian society needs.