Development Process and Social Movements in India

Contents: 1. Introduction, 2. Development Process Since Independence, 3. Industrial Development Strategy and its Impact on the Social Structure, 4. Agrarian Development Strategy and its Impact on the Social Structure, 5. Technological Development Strategy and its Impact, 6. Globalisation, Agrarian Crisis and Farmers’ Suicides: Illusion and Reality, 7. Globalisation vis-a-vis Agrarian Crisis in India, 8. Understanding Social Movement, 9. Identity Movements, 10. Movements for Autonomy, 11. New Social Movements.

About The Book

Development Process and Social Movements in India provides a comprehensive exploration of how various development strategies implemented in post-independence India have influenced the country’s social structure and sparked diverse social movements. This book critically examines key aspects of India’s development trajectory, from industrialization and agrarian reforms to technological advancements and globalization. The book begins by tracing the development process since 1947, highlighting how state-led initiatives have shaped economic growth and societal change. It explores the Industrial Development Strategy and its significant impact on the social hierarchy, followed by a detailed analysis of the Agrarian Development Strategy, emphasizing the profound effects of the Green Revolution and land reforms on rural India. Further, the book delves into the Technological Development Strategy, examining how technological advancements have transformed the Indian economy while creating new social challenges. The complex relationship between globalization and the ongoing agrarian crisis is critically analyzed in chapters such as Globalisation, Agrarian Crisis, and Farmers’ Suicides and Globalisation vis-a-vis Agrarian Crisis in India. The book also provides a thorough understanding of the social movements that have arisen in response to these development strategies. It explores Identity Movements, Movements for Autonomy, and New Social Movements, showcasing how marginalized groups have mobilized to demand recognition, rights, and autonomy. This book is an essential resource for scholars, policymakers, and readers interested in the dynamic interplay between development processes and social movements in India.