A Historico-Hermeneutical Study with Special Reference to Placid J. Podipara. This book is a unique theological contribution for the following reasons: First of all, it unfolds the profundities of the Second Vatican Council going deeper into the contributions of Council Fathers particularly belonging to the Eastern Churches. Next, it offers a systematic cum well-documented research on the contributions of Fr. Placid J. Podipara, the prophet of Indian theological studies. Finally, it provides a platform for a scholarly theologico-ecclesial discussion regarding the synodality of the Church.