Inclusive Growth

Development Perspectives in Indian Economy

N.A. Mujumdar

Authored by economist N.A. Mujumdar, this volume brings together 19 papers examining the importance of inclusive growth in the Indian economy. It argues that inclusive growth is both a growth and a development imperative. Sustaining high GDP growth requires activating sectors and segments of the economy that have remained sluggish due to various factors, including policy neglect. At the same time, inclusive growth offers a pathway to providing livelihoods and food security to a large section of the poor.

The book highlights the complexities involved in achieving inclusive growth, including the need for micro-level planning, area-specific solutions and the participation of multiple stakeholders. These include Panchayati Raj institutions, Central and State Governments, NGOs and self-help groups (SHGs).

It also emphasises the importance of a committed bureaucracy and imaginative policymakers who can play a proactive role in facilitating inclusive development. The collection aims to encourage further research and discussion on the subject.

Key Features

• Brings together 19 papers on inclusive growth in the Indian economy.

• Examines inclusive growth as both a growth and development imperative.

• Explores the relationship between economic growth, livelihoods and food security.

• Highlights the need to activate sluggish sectors and neglected segments of the economy.

• Discusses micro-level planning and area-specific development solutions.

• Examines the roles of Panchayati Raj institutions, governments, NGOs and self-help groups.

• Emphasises proactive policymaking and committed administration.

Product Details

• Author: N.A. Mujumdar

• Publisher: Academic Foundation

• Publication Year: 2007

• Language: English

• Format: Hardcover

• Pages: 200

• ISBN-10: 8171886299