Great Transition In India: Critical Explorations

Great Transition In India: Critical Explorations
Author: Chanwahn Kim
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2020-07-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 9811222355

India is undergoing a great transition, as the post-reform generation strikes out into the world. The thinking, attitudes, culture, political preferences, consumption patterns and ambitions of the post-reform generations differ greatly from that of the earlier generations. As a consequence, the country is also witnessing rapid changes not only on the socio-political and economic fronts but also on the humanities front. This book seeks to explore great transition in India through interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary perspectives in the fields of Humanities and Social Sciences. In doing so, it lays foundation not only for understanding India but also in initiating a new chapter for Indian and South Asian studies. With contributions by leading scholars, the book will be of great interest to students, researchers, and for anyone wishing to explore India in the fields of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Great Transition In Indian Society: Religion, Economy And Foreign Policy

Great Transition In Indian Society: Religion, Economy And Foreign Policy
Author: Chanwahn Kim
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2022-02-24
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 981124880X

This edited book consists of various chapters — including articles from different leading scholars, on the Great Transition in India with respect to religion, economy and foreign policy. The main aim of the book is to comprehend ongoing transition in India from interdisciplinary perspectives.

Great Transition In India: An Interdisciplinary Approach

Great Transition In India: An Interdisciplinary Approach
Author: Chanwahn Kim
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 206
Release: 2024-01-22
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9811285519

India, with its vast population, has become a focal point of global attention due to its remarkable economic growth and potential. In addition, India's geo-political influence has assumed significance within the context of Indo-Pacific strategy. This has further intensified the need to understand and examine India's great transition from an inter-disciplinary perspective. The first two decades following independence were significant in highlighting the challenges faced by a newly independent nation and the strategies employed to address them. The pivotal turning point in 1991, when India initiated comprehensive economic reforms, also set the stage for a diverse political climate characterized by evolving ideologies.This book comprehends ongoing transition in India from interdisciplinary perspective. The chapters in the book highlight the key milestones and shifts in India's journey since its inception as an independent nation in 1947. Written in a simple and accessible manner, the book comprehensively addresses a diverse range of issues concerning India's significant transition, engaging prominent scholars from respective fields.

New Democracy and Autocratization in Asia

New Democracy and Autocratization in Asia
Author: Kuyoun Chung
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 269
Release: 2022-08-19
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1000636151

This book examines the quality of democracies in Asia and determines why current democracies—especially during the so-called “new normal” era following the 2008 financial crisis—have become less stable and less resilient to increasing authoritarianism. Based on the assumption that the concept of democracy consists of three elements—procedure (participation, competition, and distribution of power); effectiveness (representation, accountability, and responsiveness); and performance (social welfare, inequality, and trust)—the contributors to this book determine which elements are responsible for diverging trajectories within the Asian democratic recession. Examining South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, Myanmar, and China, the authors employ different research methods—quantitative, comparative, or individual case studies—to explore the conditions under which democratic rules and norms erode over time, and which type of governance is preferred by citizens in this region as an ideal type. The book puts forward the argument that a procedure-oriented concept of democracy is not sufficient for understanding the source of democratic recession and develops a new concept of “new democracy” based on procedure, effectiveness, and performance. It also demonstrates to what extent the experience changes and how the countries respond to these changes. A novel contribution on the state of democracy in Asia written by experts from the region, this book will be of interest to academics in the field of political science, especially comparative politics and international relations, regional study of East and Southeast Asia, sociology, public policy, economics, and social science methods. Also, this book will appeal to think tanks and policy-oriented researchers.

Great Transition In India: Issues And Debates

Great Transition In India: Issues And Debates
Author: Chanwahn Kim
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 238
Release: 2023-03-14
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9811272301

India has been experiencing a significant transition as the new generation born after the economic reforms in 1991 has emerged as a main player in the Indian society. Now in their 20s and 30s, this generation has different attitudes and preferences toward religion, politics and consumption from their parents. As a result, the country is also witnessing rapid changes.This book seeks to explore great transition in India through interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary perspectives related to Digital India, Foreign Policy and Social Identity including Caste. It attempts to lay foundation for understanding India and will be of great interest to students, researchers and for anyone is interested in India.

Indian Writing in English

Indian Writing in English
Author: Amar Nath Prasad
Publisher: Sarup & Sons
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2002
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 9788176252683

Contributed articles.

The Green Stone Age: Exploration and Exploitation of Minerals for Green Technologies

The Green Stone Age: Exploration and Exploitation of Minerals for Green Technologies
Author: M. Smelror
Publisher: Geological Society of London Special Publications
Total Pages: 346
Release: 2023-06-21
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1786205734

Raw materials have been essential in the development of all human societies through history and moving into a greener, more carbon-lean future we become increasingly reliant on access to a growing number of raw materials. Minerals for new technologies improving the quality of our lives and the environment are the building blocks of the new Green Stone Age. This Special Publication presents ongoing research and mapping programmes focusing on minerals needed for the transformation to greener societies. In addition to new exploration models and shared geological information on the different prospective currently mined areas, the notion of criticality in different countries is discussed and examples of ongoing national and cross-country research and mapping programmes are presented. In addition to the resource/reserve and technical-economic aspects, the social and environmental dimensions are also a focus in some of the contributions, as holistic approaches to the exploration and exploitation of critical minerals and materials are needed to fulfil the green transition and goals for the Green Stone Age.

The Political Economy of Coal

The Political Economy of Coal
Author: Michael Jakob
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2022-02-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1000551598

This volume provides an overview of the political economy of coal in diverse country contexts. Coal is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions globally, accounting for about 40 percent of energy-related CO2 emissions. Continued construction of coal-fired power plants could make the climate targets of the Paris Agreement infeasible to achieve. In spite of sharply declining costs for renewable energy sources, many countries still heavily rely on coal to meet their energy demand. The predominance of coal can only be adequately understood in light of the political factors that determine energy policy formulation. To this end, this edited volume assembles a wide variety of case studies exploring the political economy of coal for across the globe. These includes industrial and developing nations, coal importers and exporters as well as countries that are either substantial coal users, are just beginning to ramp up their capacities, or have already initiated a coal phase-out. Importantly, all case studies are structured along a unifying framework that focuses on the central actors driving energy policy formulation, their main objectives as well as the context that determines to what extent they can influence policy making. This large set of comparable studies will permit drawing conclusions regarding key similarities as well as differences driving coal use in different countries. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of energy, climate change, resource management, and sustainable development. It will also appeal to practitioners and policymakers involved in sustainable development. The Open Access version of this book, available at www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution- Non Commercial- No Derivatives 4.0 license.

Gender, Environment, and Human Rights: An Intersectional Exploration

Gender, Environment, and Human Rights: An Intersectional Exploration
Author: Chakraborty, Swati
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 536
Release: 2024-10-03
Genre: Social Science
ISBN:

The intersection of gender, environment, and human rights reveals a complex interplay that underscores the need for an inclusive approach to addressing global challenges. Gender disparities often influence how individuals experience and respond to environmental issues, with women and marginalized communities frequently bearing the brunt of environmental degradation and climate change due to socio-economic inequalities. Integrating a gender perspective into environmental and human rights frameworks is crucial for achieving equitable and sustainable solutions. This approach ensures that policies address the specific needs and contributions of all genders, promoting justice and empowerment while safeguarding environmental resources. Recognizing and addressing these intersections can lead to more effective and inclusive strategies for protecting human rights and fostering environmental sustainability. Gender, Environment, and Human Rights: An Intersectional Exploration raises awareness about the interconnectedness of gender dynamics, environmental sustainability, and human rights violations, fostering a deeper understanding among readers. It advocates for change by spotlighting existing injustices and empowering readers to engage in meaningful action, whether at the individual, community, or policy level. Covering topics such as climate change, knowledge systems, and sustainable development, this book is an excellent resource for academicians, scholars, policymakers, activists, students, educators, and more.