Who among the following scholars has conceptualized the Constitution of India as a ‘seamless web’ ?

The scholar Granville Austin conceptualized the Constitution of India as a ‘seamless web’ in his seminal work, 'The Indian Constitution: Cornerstone of a Nation' (1966) [1]. He used this metaphor to describe the inextricable link between three primary strands: protecting national unity, establishing democratic institutions, and fostering a social revolution. Austin argued that these three goals are mutually dependent and intertwined; any strain on one strand would distort the entire web and risk the destruction of the nation. His analysis emphasizes that the Constitution is not merely a political document but a social one, where the framers sought to balance individual liberty with social justice and national stability. This characterization has become a foundational perspective in Indian constitutional historiography, distinguishing Austin's work for its depth and clarity.

Sources

1. [1] Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 8: FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AND FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES > REFERENCES > p. 163