Mentor’s comment-

• Write about the prevailing conditions after independence in the introduction.
• In the body briefly present the background of Post- Independence, integration and unification of India. Mention how it created challenges for India- both external and internal; One can discuss these problems in phases – Phase 1 (1947- 1967), Phase 2 (1967-1977) and Phase 3 (1977- 1984). Then explain the fact that Indian democracy is a heterogeneous model with a vast socio-religious and cultural diversity.
• Conclude by mentioning India’s democratic credentials which helped India to survive as a nation.