Synopsis The twenty-five chapters in the present volume, written by distinguished policy makers, scientists, administrators and scholars provide a comprehensive review of the initiatives of various governments at the federal as well as state levels in bringing out a revolutionary Panchayati Raj reforms, through 73 Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 and various State Panchayati Raj Acts, for transformation of rural India. The distinguished panel of contributors of the volume identify the strengths and weaknesses of the Panchayati Raj Institutions over a period of 60 years of Independent India and suggests a holistic reforms package for efficient functioning of the grassroots democratic institutions for delivering good governance.