IEG at Fifty

Recollections, Retrospect and Prospect

Institute of Economic Growth

Founded in 1958 by Professor V.K.R.V. Rao, the Institute of Economic Growth (IEG), Delhi, has grown into one of India's premier research institutes. This volume commemorates the Institute's fiftieth anniversary through contributions from members of the IEG community, including current and former faculty, visiting fellows and Ph.D. students, who share their memories, experiences and reflections.

Comprising 36 chapters in six parts, along with 17 boxes and 26 photographs, the volume traces the evolution of social science research at the IEG from 1958 to 2007. It offers insights into the establishment and growth of the institution and its contributions to research, training, teaching and policymaking.

The book also includes anecdotes and informal profiles of distinguished academics, together with glimpses of campus life. These recollections provide an engaging account of the people and experiences that have shaped the Institute over five decades.

Key Features

• Commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Institute of Economic Growth, Delhi.

• Features contributions from current and former faculty, visiting fellows and Ph.D. students.

• Comprises 36 chapters arranged in six parts.

• Includes 17 boxes and 26 photographs.

• Traces the evolution of social science research at IEG from 1958 to 2007.

• Explores the Institute's contributions to research, training, teaching and policymaking.

• Presents personal recollections, academic profiles and anecdotes about campus life.

Product Details

• Author/Organisation: Institute of Economic Growth

• Publisher: Academic Foundation

• Publication Year: 2008

• Language: English

• Format: Hardcover

• Pages: 238

• ISBN-13: 9788171886753