DEVELOPMENT DISPARITIES IN INDIA: An Enquiry into Convergence

Book Details:

• Publisher: Springer

• ISBN: 9788132239864

• Language: English

• Binding: Hardcover

• Pages: 176

• Release Date: 20-04-2022

About the Book:

"Development Disparities in India: Economic, Human Progress and Agricultural Development" critically examines the persistent regional inequalities that have shaped India's socio-economic landscape over the past four decades. The book focuses on three pivotal areas of development—economic wellbeing, human progress, and agricultural development—since the 1970s.

What sets this book apart is its rigorous analytical foundation, using advanced statistical and economic tools to unearth the causes of socioeconomic disparity among Indian states. By addressing the trends of inequality, polarization, and disparity in terms of income, human development indicators, and agricultural productivity, the authors provide a nuanced understanding of the diverging paths of development across regions.

The book also offers valuable insights into the factors contributing to the divergence in economic and social activities across states, revealing the structural challenges that hinder balanced growth. By providing data-driven analysis, it suggests actionable policy reforms to foster more inclusive and balanced development throughout the country.

Through a detailed exploration of regional disparity and convergence in economic growth, human development, and agricultural progress, this book serves as an essential resource for anyone looking to understand the complexities of India's development journey and the ongoing challenges in achieving equitable growth.