Buch, Englisch, 344 Seiten, Trade Paperback, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 533 g
Buch, Englisch, 344 Seiten, Trade Paperback, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 533 g
Reihe: University of California Press
ISBN: 978-0-520-32432-9
Verlag: UCAL POD
Democracy and Economic Change in India explores the intricate relationship between political dynamics and economic development in the context of India. Drawing from over a decade of economic work in India and Nepal, including roles as an economic advisor to the Governments of Nepal and West Bengal, the author delves into the challenges of creating an environment conducive to economic progress. While economic plans may be straightforward to design, their acceptance and implementation depend heavily on the political framework. This study offers a unique perspective by merging insights from village-level anthropological research and national-level economic and political analysis to illuminate trends in India's development since 1947.
The book critically examines the interplay between India's social structure and its evolving political and economic landscape, addressing gaps in data and suggesting pathways for further research. With an awareness of the global implications of these dynamics, the study frames its findings in a broader context, offering insights into U.S. policy toward India and other developing nations. A blend of field observations, statistical analysis, and macroeconomic perspectives provides a comprehensive understanding of India's journey and its relevance to broader discussions on development and democracy in underdeveloped countries.
This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1966.
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- Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politikwissenschaft Allgemein Politische Studien zu einzelnen Ländern und Gebieten
- Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Regierungspolitik Wirtschafts- und Finanzpolitik
- Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politische Systeme Transformationsprozesse (Politikwiss.)
- Wirtschaftswissenschaften Volkswirtschaftslehre Wirtschaftspolitik, politische Ökonomie
- Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politische Systeme Demokratie
