This book deals with the issue of introduction of electoral reforms in the present democratic scenario including constitutional checks and safeguards exercised by judiciary on electoral process and on constitutional bodies associated with it like the Election Commission. To obtain a broader perspective, various aspects of judicial review on election laws in India as well as those of Europe (with particular emphasis on United Kingdom), United States of America and their impact on promoting electoral reforms have been studied and after effects are analysed as a part of this book. The purpose of this book is to provide background information on issues in our electoral process and outline some electoral reform options that have been considered in the past, in order to serve as a platform for a renewed national dialogue on electoral reforms. Additionally this book also aims to identify the paradigm shifts in the present Indian electoral scenario and propose relevant modifications and reforms for its progress, in the light of current international developments. Contents: Introduction Historical Background of Electoral Reforms Significant Legislations of Electoral Reforms and Their Execution A Comparison of Electoral Reforms of India and Other Countries The Role of Judiciary in Electoral Reforms Electoral Reforms in the International Domain Electoral Reforms: A Comparative Study Through Judicial Pronouncements Recent Develop

1.Historical Background Of Electoral Reforms
2.Significant Legislations Of Electoral Reforms And Their Execution
3.A Comparison Of Electoral Reforms Of India And Other Countries
4.The Role Of Judiciary In Electoral Reforms
5.Electoral Reforms In The International Domain
6.Electoral Reforms: A Compartive Study Through Judicial Pronouncements
7.Recent Deevelopments In Electoral Reforms: Challenges And Proposals;A Reality Check.