Social Transformation and Development: In the Context of Globalization

• Author: Bhimasen Hantal

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2011

• ISBN: 9788131604137

• Pages: 357

• Cover: Hardcover

• Package Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches

About the Book

This insightful book critically examines the globalization process, focusing on the new world order of the global economy and its implications for social transformation and development. It offers a thorough analysis of various economic development theories, with particular emphasis on international trade, social justice, and social development. Through a detailed exploration of critical issues of social justice, the book highlights the complex dialogue between economic and social development, particularly in the context of India.

Drawing on rich empirical data, the book provides a comprehensive assessment of the impact of India’s New Economic Policy (NEP) on key social sectors, including employment, education, health, poverty, and the welfare of weaker sections of society. This critical analysis makes it an essential read for scholars, students, policy makers, and anyone interested in understanding the intersection of economic policies and social development in India.

Key Topics Covered:

• The Process of Globalization and Its Social Impact

• Theories of Economic Development and International Trade

• Social Justice and Its Relationship to Development

• Analysis of India’s New Economic Policy

• Impact on Employment, Education, Health, and Poverty

About the Author
Bhimasen Hantal received his higher education from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, where he earned his MA, MPhil, and PhD. He has served as Assistant Professor of Sociology at J.N.V. University, Jodhpur, and later joined the Indian Ordnance Factories Service (IOFS) through the civil services examination. Currently, he works as the Administrator of Ordinance Factory Khamaria (OFK) in Jabalpur. Hantal has also published various articles in journals and edited books, continuing his engagement with academic research.