Focusing on contemporary India, this volume provides an in-depth analysis of the country's socio-economic policies and their implications. It examines critical structural issues such as population dynamics, poverty, inequality, health care access, and social exclusion, offering insights into the challenges and developments shaping modern Indian society and economy.
Essays in Normative Economics and Measurement
Focusing on the integration of values in economic analysis, this collection of essays explores methodological issues and the ethical dimensions of economic inquiry. It addresses the aggregation of personal preferences into collective choices and examines the logical coherence of economic measurement systems related to poverty, inequality, and literacy. While some essays delve into technicalities, they all highlight the significance of moral reasoning and 'ought propositions' in economics, appealing to researchers, students, and policymakers alike.