Ngos in India

Book Details

• Author: R. Sooryamoorthy

• Co-Author: K.D. Gangrade

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2007

• ISBN: 9788131600207

• Pages: 204

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.3 x 0.6 inches

About the Book

"NGOs in India: A Cross-Sectional Study" focuses on the role of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in India, particularly those working in the fields of rural development, women and children’s welfare, and social empowerment. The book sheds light on the significant contributions made by NGOs in social welfare and rural development, as well as the challenges and obstacles faced by these organizations.

The book provides a detailed history of voluntarism in India, examining the evolution and transformation of NGOs over the years. It traces the rise of NGOs post-Independence and emphasizes their role in the development of India. Through various case studies, it also explores the partnerships and cooperation between NGOs and the government, discussing issues such as advocacy, policy implications, accountability, and the need for ethical standards within these organizations.

The authors also highlight the importance of NGO lifecycles, approaches to problem-solving, and the effective delivery of services. Additionally, the book calls for the establishment of a code of ethics for NGOs to enhance their impact on the communities they serve.

This comprehensive and insightful book serves as an essential resource for scholars, practitioners, and students interested in understanding the role of NGOs in India's development.

Contents

• Tables and Figures

• Preface

• Abbreviations and Acronyms

• Prologue: Voluntary Action and NGOs

• NGOs: A Universal Third Force

• Case Studies on NGOs for Women, Children, and Rural Development

About the Authors

R. Sooryamoorthy is a senior lecturer in the Post-Graduate Department of Sociology at Loyola College of Social Sciences, Thiruvananthapuram. He is the co-author of Science in Participatory Development and the author of Consumption to Consumerism and Climbing Up: The Story of Palmyrah Workers’ Development Society.

K.D. Gangrade is the Vice-Chairman of Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti, New Delhi. He was previously the Dean of the Faculty of Social Work at Delhi University and the Pro-Vice Chancellor of the university. He has written several books, including Community Organization in India, Social Legislation in India, and Gandhian Ideal Development and Social Change. Gangrade has also served as the head of the UN’s Social Services Division.