Indian Administration

Book Details

• Publisher: Orient Longman
• Language: English
• Published Year: 1996
• Pages: 625
• Dimensions: 21 x 13 cm
• ISBN: 9788125004246
• Book Condition: Used – Good
• Condition Note: Book is in good condition
• Availability: In Stock

About the Book

Indian Administration by Shriram Maheshwari is a comprehensive study of the structure, functioning, and evolution of the administrative system in India. The book provides a detailed examination of how public administration developed from the colonial period to the present framework of governance in independent India.

The author discusses the organization of the central and state governments, the role of the civil services, and the functioning of key administrative institutions. The book also explores policy implementation, administrative reforms, and the relationship between political leadership and the bureaucracy.

Through analytical discussion, the work highlights the challenges faced by the administrative system in addressing issues such as development planning, public accountability, decentralization, and efficient governance. It also reflects on the role of public administration in supporting democratic institutions and promoting socio-economic development.

Indian Administration is widely regarded as a valuable reference for students of public administration, political science, and governance studies, offering a clear understanding of India’s administrative structure and policy processes.