For Reasons of State: Delhi Under Emergency by John Dayal and Ajoy Bose is a gripping account of life in the capital during India’s Emergency period. Drawing on political history and on-the-ground observation, the book explores power, fear, resistance, and the impact of extraordinary state control on ordinary citizens.
Readers interested in Indian politics, modern history, and reportage will find a sharp, thoughtful narrative that captures the atmosphere of those turbulent years. For Reasons of State: Delhi Under Emergency offers context, perspective, and a vivid look at a defining chapter in the nation’s democratic journey.
