The The Identity Project: The Unmaking Of A Democracy in its hardback edition dives into modern India with investigative rigor and historical context. This non-fiction work traces the roots of Hindu nationalism—from the ideas of Dayanand Saraswati and the Arya Samaj to today—and shows how those ideas influence citizenship, law, and daily life. Written for adults, students of politics, and curious readers of current affairs, it carries an urgent, thoughtful, and educational tone.

Six years of on-the-ground reporting underpin the book, weaving hundreds of interviews, diary entries, and official reports into a moving, accessible narrative. The Identity Project is not a dry dossier; its structure blends history, contemporary events, and personal testimony into concise chapters that reveal how misinformation and targeted politics shape everyday life. In this exploration you’ll trace how the world’s largest biometric identification project, along with the Citizenship Amendment Act and the National Register of Citizens, could redefine citizenship in India.

• Six-year, on-the-ground investigation into Hindu nationalism and its impact on democracy
• Hundreds of interviews, diary entries, and official reports woven into a compelling narrative
• Analysis of biometric identification, the Citizenship Amendment Act, and the National Register of Citizens and their citizenship implications
• Clear explanations of core concepts like nationalism, identity, misinformation, and governance
• Engaging investigative journalism that combines history, current events, and personal stories
• Equips readers to think critically about democracy, justice, and the path forward for India

By the end, you’ll have a deeper, nuanced view of how democracy can be reshaped by ideas and policy—and a renewed sense of the values that sustain civil rights. The Identity Project invites readers to think critically, stay informed, and engage with the questions that shape the future of India's democracy.