Lexis Nexis’s Introduction to the Constitution of India by Durga Das Basu – 28th Edition 2026.

Master the foundational legal framework of the world’s largest democracy with Introduction to the Constitution of India by legendary jurist Durga Das Basu. Published by LexisNexis, this 28th Edition (2026) remains the most incisive and pioneering work on the subject.

• ✔ Historical & Modern Context: Traces India’s constitutional evolution since the Government of India Act, 1858, right through to the latest legislative amendments.

• ✔ Recent Landmark Judgments: Fully updated with pivotal Supreme Court decisions, including Surendra Koli v State of Uttar Pradesh and Dr Tanvi Behl v Shrey Goel.

• ✔ Exam-Ready Structure: Features an analytical table of contents, marginal notes, and reference tables, making it indispensable for LL.B., LL.M., and UPSC/PSC candidates.

Built for Academic & Competitive Success

The book is specifically designed to facilitate intensive study and quick revision. It features an exhaustive analytical table of contents, helpful marginal notes that guide the reader through complex arguments, and detailed reference tables. Whether you are a general reader, a journalist, an administrative authority, or an exam candidate, the structure allows for both deep reading and rapid referencing.

Who Should Buy This Book?

• UPSC & State PSC Aspirants: The undisputed gold standard for the “Indian Polity” syllabus.

• Law Students (LL.B. / LL.M.): Provides the comparative and historical context required for advanced constitutional law papers.

• Political Science Academicians: An essential text for B.A. and M.A. programs, offering a rounded view of India’s democratic and legislative framework.

About the Legendary Author

Dr. Durga Das Basu (1910–1997) Dr. Durga Das Basu was a legendary Indian jurist, lawyer, and the pioneer commentator on the foundational legal structures of India. He published the first major commentary on the Indian Constitution in September 1950, shortly after its adoption, remarkably operating without any previous judicial precedents to guide him.

Globally acclaimed for introducing the comparative method of research to Indian constitutional law, Dr. Basu’s work is celebrated by legal luminaries worldwide. He served as a judge of the Calcutta High Court and as a full-time member of the Law Commission of India. In recognition of his immense contributions to public affairs and legal literature, he was awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan in 1985.

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