The Territories and States of India
David Lea author Tara Boland-Crewe author
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:26th Sep '02
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This invaluable collection of information provides an in-depth guide to the regional dimension of the politics and economy of this vast and complex country. Incomparable in its coverage, it supplies the reader with a more complete understanding of India as a whole.
Part One: Introduction
An informative essay on the political development of India; The Centre and the States: Evolution of a Union
* a chronology of the country, with particular emphasis on regional issues
* statistics of major demographic and economic indicators, including comparative data
* information about the structure and organization of the national government in India.
Part Two: Territorial Surveys
Providing a wealth of information on each of the twenty-eight states and seven territories, each chapter includes:
* details of geography
* an account of the current and historical political situation
* an economic survey, including key statistics and details of infrastructure, agriculture, industry and tourism
* a directory of leading officials.
'This is an excellent book for reference shelves.' - Reference Reviews
'This is an excellent book for reference shelves.'- Reference Reviews
ISBN: 9781857431483
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 1150g
318 pages