{"product_id":"flashes-before-my-eyes-the-civil-service-and-more","title":"Flashes Before My Eyes: The Civil Service and More","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rawat Publications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9788131612392\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 01-12-2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis autobiography offers a deep and personal insight into the life of Inderjit Khanna, a distinguished civil servant. The book provides a glimpse into his personal and professional journey, beginning with his humble beginnings and the sacrifices made by his parents to ensure a proper education for their children. It delves into his school life, including his connection with Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, a classmate at Sherwood College.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the narrative, the author recounts his struggles, growth, and accomplishments, offering a detailed account of his career in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS). He reflects on his diverse roles, from his service in rural development, focused on helping the poorest sections of society, to his time working with top industrialists in the Ministry of Finance. The book tackles the question of the ideal role of government—whether it should prioritize the welfare of the majority poor or the minority rich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis memoir blends both professional and personal experiences, offering a balanced perspective on civil service life, challenges, and victories. With candid reflections on his interactions with politicians, businessmen, and the public, Khanna highlights the importance of values in both life and work. He acknowledges the role of higher guidance in his career and stresses the ongoing process of learning throughout his journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is highly recommended for civil service aspirants and those already in the field. It offers valuable lessons and insights into the world of Indian administration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for the Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmitabh Bachchan (Actor):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"The style of writing is most engaging – it felt as though ‘Tich’ was sitting beside you narrating his life experiences.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShailaja Chandra (Former Chief Secretary, Delhi):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Inderjit has effortlessly blended the official sequence of events with personal family stories, providing a rich account of his life.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT.V. Rao (Former Professor, IIM Ahmedabad):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"An excellent book for IAS aspirants, parents, and everyone interested in civil service.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC.K. Mathew (Former Chief Secretary, Rajasthan):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"The book gives a panoramic view of a life dedicated to public service.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrief Family History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParents and Childhood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSherwood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Stephen’s College\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTowards a Career\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Indian Administrative Service: Training\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sub Divisions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector and District Magistrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeputy Secretary, State Government\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirector of Education\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial Secretary, Planning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Interlude\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisiting Professor, Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommissioner, Tribal Area Development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoint Secretary, Government of India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecretary, Planning, Energy and Finance, Rajasthan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecretary, University Grants Commission\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional and Special Secretary, Government of India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnforcement Director, Government of India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChief Secretary, Rajasthan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eState Election Commissioner, Rajasthan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssociation with Gita Mittal Foundation and others: 2008 Onwards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPPENDICES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily Tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eService Abstract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLetters from prominent figures such as Chief Ministers, Chief Secretaries, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInderjit Khanna, an alumnus of Sherwood College, Nainital, and St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, joined the IAS in 1966 and was allotted the Rajasthan cadre. He has held numerous prestigious positions, including Collector of several districts, Secretary of multiple departments, and Chief Secretary of Rajasthan. After retiring from civil service, Khanna served as the State Election Commissioner and contributed to various organizations in sectors like health, education, and rural development.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rawat Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50000414867760,"sku":"DRG.RawatPublications_9788131612392","price":517.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/81RV4IeKJPL.jpg?v=1756464597","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/flashes-before-my-eyes-the-civil-service-and-more","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}