INEQUALITY AND POVERTY

Book Details:

• Author: Jagan Karade and Rajendra Patil (Eds.)

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9788131612132

• Pages: 252

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.2 x 1.7 inches

About the Book

In an age where globalization and rapid economic changes are reshaping societies, inequality and poverty remain among the most pressing challenges, particularly in India. Despite progress, large sections of the population continue to face social exclusion due to structural disparities rooted in caste, class, gender, occupation, language, and geographic location.

This multidisciplinary volume delves into the socioeconomic dimensions of inequality and poverty, highlighting how these issues persist and evolve in contemporary Indian society. The contributors explore the marginalization of Dalits, social exclusions in education, economic disparities, and the limitations of development policies, offering critical insights into inclusive policy development and social justice.

Structured around scholarly papers from leading experts, the book addresses key themes including:

• Economic inequality and global influences

• Caste-based structural constraints

• Access to education among the marginalized

• Social justice and affirmative action

• Politics of development and rural cooperatives

• Atrocities and justice mechanisms

This work is a valuable resource for sociologists, policymakers, social workers, development scholars, and students, aiming to contribute to effective policy formulation and upliftment of disadvantaged communities.

Contents

• Introduction – Jagan Karade & Rajendra Patil

1. The Challenge of Economic Inequality – B.L. Mungekar

2. Poverty and Social Inequality in India – R.D. Mourya

3. Structural Constraints in Empowerment of Dalits – S. Gurusamy

4. Poverty, Social Marginalisation and Higher Education – Nagraju Gundemeda

5. Social Exclusions in India Today – Biswajit Ghosh

6. Dominant Castes, Democracy and Indian Nation-State – Anand Kumar

7. Poverty, Inequalities and Politics of Development – D. Venkateswaralu

8. Cooperatives and Rural Poor – Vidyut Joshi

9. Inequality, Poverty and Injustice – R. Indira

10. Social Justice and Affirmative Action – Arvinder Ansari

11. Atrocities: Protest and Justice in Gujarat – M.H. Makwana

About the Editors

Dr. Jagan Karade, Professor and Head of Sociology at Shivaji University, is a renowned academic with deep engagement in social exclusion and inclusive policy. He has authored multiple books, led national research projects, and is an active member of international and national sociological bodies.

Dr. Rajendra Patil, former Professor and Head of Sociology at the same university, brings decades of research on population and social policy. He has authored and edited several important sociological works and contributed significantly to UGC-funded research initiatives.