Alok Prasanna Kumar

Alok Prasanna Kumar is an Indian legal scholar, lawyer, and public policy professional associated with research and advocacy in constitutional law, governance, and institutional accountability. He has been involved in legal research, public discourse, and policy engagement on issues relating to the Indian Constitution and the functioning of democratic institutions.

Career Kumar has worked in the fields of constitutional law, governance, and public policy. He has been associated with legal research organisations and policy think tanks, where his work has focused on issues such as judicial accountability, transparency, and institutional reform.

He has been associated with the Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, where he has contributed to research and public policy initiatives relating to the Indian legal system and governance frameworks.

In addition to his policy work, Kumar has written and commented on legal and constitutional issues in various public forums and media platforms. His work includes analysis of judicial processes, legislative developments, and constitutional interpretation in India.

Textbook controversy (2026)

Background In 2026, Kumar was among the contributors to a Class 8 social science textbook titled Exploring Society: India and Beyond, developed under the aegis of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT).

The matter remained under judicial consideration at the time, with further proceedings pending.

Responses and reactions The developments were reported across multiple media outlets and prompted broader discussions on issues relating to educational content, institutional representation, and academic freedom.

Selected works Articles and commentary

Educational contributions Contributions to school-level social science textbook Exploring Society: India and Beyond (Class 8), developed under the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT).