Politics of Preference: India, United States, and South Africa

Book Details

• Publisher: Routledge

• Author: Ph.D. Krishna K. Tummala

• Binding: Hardcover

• Edition: 1

• ISBN: 9781466503892

• Pages: 225

• Languages: English

• Release Date: 25-07-2014

• Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.7 inches

About The Book
"Politics of Preference: India, United States, and South Africa" discusses the critical issue of minority representation in public service, particularly in countries that have historically discriminated against certain groups. The book explores how preferences, or affirmative actions, have been employed to offset past discrimination and integrate minority groups into the public sector.

The author, a distinguished comparativist in public administration, examines the unique contexts of three countries—India, the United States, and South Africa. These countries were selected due to their distinct political and social histories, and each has faced unique challenges when implementing policies to include minorities in public service.

The book offers an in-depth comparative study of how these nations have addressed the issue of minority inclusion in government, with a focus on the role of public policies that promote equal employment opportunities and governmental actions. The analysis extends beyond just studying the policies themselves to understand the larger context in which these policies were formed.

This is a comprehensive work, valuable to anyone studying comparative public administration, social policies, and minority rights in diverse democratic societies.