Synopsis This book undertakes historical and organizational analyses of the structure and culture of Indian police and outlines a reform process that is innovative, thought provoking and bold in its conceptualization. The author who served as an IPS officer in the killing fields of Bihar has been researching policing problems for many years. In his unique position of being both a practitioner and researcher he brings a fresh outlook to the policing issues of India. This book is a must read for all those who are seeking ways to make policing relevant for the people of India.