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Ashok Lahiri
ISBN 9780670092079
Rs. 2,398
Viking
India in Search of Glory
Political Calculus and Economy
Who it's for: Readers interested in India's economic and social development
Ashok Lahiri's 'India in Search of Glory' critically examines India's economic and social progress over 75 years since independence. Comparing its trajectory with the rapid growth of East Asian nations and China, Lahiri explores why India, despite significant advancements in literacy, health, and poverty reduction, has not fully realized its potential. This book delves into the factors hindering greater achievement and proposes a roadmap for India's future.Why You Should Read? Understand India's post-independence development challenges and achievements. Gain insights into comparative economic growth with East Asian Tigers and China. Explore actionable policy recommendations for India's future prosperity. Get a balanced assessment of India's past and unfulfilled potential.
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- Compares India's growth with East Asian Tigers and China
- Covers 75 years of development since independence
- Assesses achievements in literacy, health, and poverty reduction
- Proposes policy recommendations for India's future
- Written by economist Ashok Lahiri
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What is the book about?
The book examines India's economic and social progress over 75 years since independence, comparing it with East Asian nations and China, and discusses why India hasn't fully realized its potential.
Who is the author?
The author is Ashok Lahiri, an economist.
What are some key topics covered?
It covers India's achievements in literacy, health, and poverty reduction, factors hindering greater progress, and proposes a roadmap for India's future.
Is it a comparative study?
Yes, it compares India's trajectory with the rapid growth of East Asian nations and China.
Does the book offer solutions?
Yes, it proposes a roadmap and policy recommendations for India's future prosperity.