THE 1990s IN INDIAN SOCIO-POLITICO-ECONOMIC LIFE: A REMEBRANCE

This paper presents a concise overview of the transformative yet turbulent decade of the 1990s in Indian socio-politico-economic life.It examines the intersection of economic liberalisation, coalition politics, communal tensions, and geopolitical conflicts that collectively reshaped modern India.The study highlights key developments including the 1991 economic reforms, India's entry into the WTO, the rise of globalisation, and the expansion of media and internet connectivity.Simultaneously, it analyses major political crises such as the Mandal agitation, Babri Masjid demolition, coalition instability, and the Kargil War.By situating reform within instability, the paper underscores the complexity of India's transition into a liberalised and globally integrated economy.The decade ultimately emerges as a foundational phase in the making of contemporary India.