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Indian Economy Since Independence

A Comprehensive and Critical Analysis of India’s Economy, 1947-2016

Uma Kapila editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Academic Foundation

Published:28th Feb '18

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This edition of Indian Economy Since Independence features essays from leading economists, exploring the evolution and challenges of India's economy since independence.

In the Indian Economy Since Independence, the 25th edition presents a comprehensive and current collection of essays that delve into the nuances of the Indian economy. Authored by some of the nation’s foremost economists, this volume offers insights into the transformations and challenges that have shaped India’s economic landscape since gaining independence. The essays are meticulously curated to reflect both historical perspectives and contemporary issues, making it an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of India’s economic journey.

The contributors to this edition provide a diverse range of viewpoints, analyzing various sectors and policies that have influenced growth and development. From agriculture to technology, each essay sheds light on critical factors that have driven economic progress, as well as the hurdles that remain. The Indian Economy Since Independence serves not only as an academic resource but also as a guide for policymakers and practitioners seeking to navigate the evolving economic environment.

Furthermore, this edition emphasizes the importance of integrating economic theory with practical applications, encouraging readers to think critically about the future of India’s economy. With its rich content and expert analysis, the Indian Economy Since Independence remains a vital contribution to the discourse on India's economic path and its implications for the global economy.

“The annual edition of Dr. Uma Kapila’s Indian Economy since Independence has become a staple, annually updated, reference for University students throughout the country, for aspirants for the civil service and other examinations, and for all those interested in a single comprehensive source of information, and analysis by a galaxy of scholars, on the Indian economy. This twenty-fifth anniversary edition marks a milestone in a remarkable journey, begun in 1988 by a revered teacher of long standing from Delhi University.” — Indira Rajaraman Former Member, 13th Finance Commission and presently Member, Central Board of Reserve Bank of India

""Sharing a piece of its history...Year 1988: Upon publication of the first edition of this book, which was originally designed for students of the University of Delhi, Prof. VKRV Rao, the legendary economist, policymaker and institution builder, thus wrote in a letter addressed to the editor Uma Kapila: “...It will be a most unusual kind of textbook for pioneering which you deserve congratulations. I, therefore, send you my good wishes for the success of the publication and its use by students who do Economics Honours not only in the University of Delhi but also other universities.” —V.K.R.V. Rao (1988) His wishes have since come true.

ISBN: 9789332703759

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 1169g

1014 pages