The main objective of this Seminar proceedings book is to analyse the performance of the present development programmes, the issues and challenges and also reflect and think about whether and to what extent the benefits of these programmes have percolated to the weaker sections of our society- indeed, have they reached those they were meant to reach ?
The revision comes 10 years after the first edition and completely overhauls the text not only in terms of look and feel but also content which is now contemporary while also being timeless. A large number of words are explained with the help of examples and their lineage which helps the reader understand their individual usage and the ways to use them on the correct occasion.
This volume brings together multidisciplinary, situated and nuanced analyses of contingent issues framing a rapidly changing India in the 21st century. It moves beyond the ready dichotomies that are often extended to understand India as a series of contrasts and offers new insights into the complex realities of India today, thereby enabling us to anticipate the decades to come. The editors focus on three major themes, each discussed in a section: The first section, Framing the Macro-Economic Environment, defines the framework for interrogating globalisation and socio-economic changes in India over the last few decades of the 20th century spiraling into India in the 21st century. The next section, Food Security and Natural Resources, highlights critical considerations involved in feeding a burgeoning population. The discussions pose important questions in relation to the resilience of both people and planet confronting increasingly unpredictable climate-induced scenarios. The final section, Development, Activism and Changing Technologies, discusses some of the social challenges of contemporary India through the lens of inequalities and emergent activisms. The section concludes with an elaboration of the potential and promise of changing technologies and new social media to build an informed and active citizenry across existing social divides.
This book presents a comprehensive account of problems and issues associates with command area development. It is a longitudinal study where the same set of villages and households were studied at two points of time with a gap of eight years. The main thrust of the study, among other things, is on on-farm development, water management, agricultural extension and the locational advantages of a farm plot in ensuring timely and adequate supply of water.
This volume focuses on the need to establish good leadership in academic settings and higher education institutions in India. It provides an understanding of the higher education system, knowledge, skills, and experience required for better leadership and management of academic institutions. The book highlights the importance of practising data-driven decision making for leaders of dynamic organizations within a complex social, political, and economic environment. It explores how a systematic leadership programme needs to be developed to ensure academic leadership effectiveness. While discussing federal and state systems of higher education, policies and regulations, key leadership strategies for improved institutional performance and better institutional governance, the volume outlines how effective academic leadership helps in building teams, nurturing staff, strengthening alliances, developing research capacity and strategic planning, and renewing academic programmes. This volume will be of interest to teachers, students, and researchers of education, higher education, management education, and political economy. It will also be useful for academicians, policy makers, management leaders, and academic leaders.
"Books are a man's best friend and it takes years to prove your true friendship. “Writing a good book is not a day's task. It takes years and years of hard work, patience and perseverance. This book is an outcome of 5 years of research work. The book basically focuses on the dilemma of MSME units to employ vocationally qualified workers at higher wages thereby increasing cost of production or hiring less qualified workers at lower wages with lack of skill and commitment. The ideal situation is a blend of both highly trained and not so skilled workers. The book methodologically derives the economic factors that can be employed by MSME units while planning their hiring strategies.
This book explores a neglected dimension - the role of management interventions in development programs. It investigates two basic questions: what are the management and institutional interventions associated with successful development programs? what lessons can we learn from their experience?
This book entitled 'Indian Social Problems: A Sociological Perspective' provides a glimpse of many social problems that have been haunting the Indian society since years, decades, and even centuries. Though India is fast developing, it has lots of regional, cultural, linguistic and religious diversities. These diversities are also reflected in its social problems. This book covers social problems which are general in nature and common to the whole nation such as population problem, poverty, unemployment, child labour, urbanization, youth unrest, problems of the aged, family disorganization, corruption, crime and delinquency, etc. This book is prepared mainly to cater to the needs of the undergraduate and postgraduate students. Most of the universities in India have prescribed one paper on ';Indian Social Problems' either at the undergraduate or postgraduate level. The book also covers topics that are included in the syllabi of IAS, NET, SLET, KAS and other national- and state-level competitive examinations. It also contains lessons that form part of MBA, nursing and fiveyear law courses. Such students and examinees will definitely find the book highly helpful.
Conquer the UPSC with a Masterful Grip on Indian Economy! Empower your UPSC journey with a comprehensive guide to Indian Economy, designed for success in both the prelims and mains exams. This book equips you with the knowledge and analytical tools to excel in GS Paper III. Key Features: Syllabus Harmony: Covers the entire UPSC Indian Economy syllabus meticulously, ensuring you're fully prepared. Conceptual Clarity: Master core economic principles with lucid explanations, diagrams, graphs, and real-world examples. Current Affairs Edge: Stay ahead of the curve with the latest data, government schemes, and crucial economic developments. Practice Makes Perfect: Sharpen your skills with a treasure trove of past UPSC questions for targeted revision. Beyond UPSC: Gain an edge in other competitive exams like State PCS, RBI, NABARD, and SEBI with relevant content. This book is your one-stop solution for: Aspirants seeking a strong foundation in Indian Economy Candidates aiming to ace both prelims and mains Individuals seeking a comprehensive understanding of India's economic landscape Embrace a confident and strategic approach to the UPSC with this invaluable resource!
