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Democratization: A Thematic Approach (Political Analysis)
0₹2,867.04Explore the evolving landscape of global governance with this insightful guide to democratization. Unpack how democracies spread, learn to define and measure them, and understand the commonalities they share. This thematic approach critically examines contemporary challenges such as democratic decay, populism, and the rise of illiberal democracies. Discover the internal political and economic conditions, alongside external factors like globalization, that shape democratic transitions. Essential for students of political science and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of modern political analysis and democracy trends worldwide.
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Democrats and Dissenters
8Original price was: ₹374.25.₹374.25Current price is: ₹374.25.Explore contemporary India’s political and cultural landscape in Ramachandra Guha’s “Democrats and Dissenters.” This collection of essays delves into national projects, political debates, and the roles of writers. Guha critically examines the plight of tribals, assesses influential intellectuals, and analyzes the relationship between democracy and violence. A must-read for anyone interested in Indian politics and society.
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Demography in the Age of the Postmodern: 2 (New Perspectives on Anthropological and Social Demography)
0Original price was: ₹550.00.₹413.00Current price is: ₹413.00.Delve into the critical evolution of demography with a postmodern perspective. This essential read re-examines the very foundations of population studies, offering fresh analytical tools for understanding today’s complex demographic trends. Ideal for Indian students and researchers in social science, anthropology, and sociology, it provides crucial insights into social demography and its contemporary relevance. Enhance your understanding of population dynamics and gain advanced perspectives on societal shifts with this influential work from The Bookish Owl.
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Denial and Deprivation: Indian Muslims after the sachar committee and Rangnath Mishra Commission Reports
13Original price was: ₹695.00.₹521.00Current price is: ₹521.00.Denial and Deprivation provides an in-depth analysis of the socio-economic conditions of Indian Muslims after the Sachar & Rangnath Mishra Commission reports. Examining key indicators like education, employment, and political representation, it assesses the impact of government policies and the ongoing challenges faced by the community. This book offers a crucial roadmap for inclusive growth and mainstreaming of all communities in India. ISBN: 9789388540032
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Deporting our Souls: Values, Morality, and Immigration Policy
0Original price was: ₹3,119.00.₹2,339.00Current price is: ₹2,339.00.Uncover the profound moral dimensions of immigration policy. This insightful analysis examines critical issues from undocumented workers and deportation to national security and integration, urging readers to consider the ethical consequences of every decision. Offering concrete proposals for policy challenges, this book is essential for students, policymakers, and anyone seeking to understand the values that shape immigration systems. Deepen your grasp on global immigration dynamics and societal justice.
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Deprovincializing Habermas: Global Perspectives
0Original price was: ₹995.00.₹746.00Current price is: ₹746.00.Unlock global perspectives on Habermas’s seminal political theory with this critical volume. It challenges Western-centric interpretations, exploring decolonizing and democratizing pathways for societies worldwide, including India. Discover ‘deprovincialized’ reformulations vital for understanding contemporary public sphere debates, secularism, and social justice. Essential for students and scholars of political philosophy, sociology, and critical theory seeking diverse insights into global governance and communicative action. Re-evaluate foundational concepts for today’s complex world.
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Deprovincializing Habermas: Global Perspectives
0Original price was: ₹1,295.00.₹971.00Current price is: ₹971.00.Deprovincialize critical theory by exploring Habermas’s political philosophy from vital global perspectives. This essential volume moves beyond Western-centric analyses, examining democratizing and decolonizing reformulations crucial for contemporary India and beyond. Essential for students, scholars, and researchers in political science, sociology, and postcolonial studies, it offers vital insights into adapting deliberative democracy and communicative action for diverse social and political challenges worldwide. Gain a truly global, decolonized understanding of Habermas’s influential ideas.
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Designing an All-Inclusive Democracy: Consensual Voting Procedures for Use in Parliaments, Councils and Committees
0Original price was: ₹11,399.00.₹8,549.00Current price is: ₹8,549.00.Explore a revolutionary approach to democracy with “Designing an All-Inclusive Democracy: Consensual Voting Procedures for Use in Parliaments, Councils and Committees.” Discover voting systems like the Modified Borda Count, Quota Borda System, and Matrix Vote that prioritize consensus over simple majority rule. This essential read for political scientists, policymakers, and anyone interested in democratic reform details how to identify options with the highest average preference scores, ensuring every voice contributes to governance. Delve into the theory of voting, social choice theory, human rights, and mediation practice, enriched by contributions from leading experts like Sir Michael Dummett, Elizabeth Meehan, Hannu Nurmi, and Maurice Salles. Enhance your understanding of inclusive democratic processes and governance.
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Designing Local e-Government: The Pillars of Organizational Structure (Emerald Points)
0Original price was: ₹6,048.00.₹4,838.00Current price is: ₹4,838.00.This book examines the organizational structures essential for implementing effective local e-government systems. It provides practical frameworks and insights for designing digital governance solutions at the municipal level.
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Desolation Called Peace, A
0Original price was: ₹499.00.₹374.00Current price is: ₹374.00.Explore the complex history and political aspirations of Kashmir with “A Desolation Called Peace,” available at The Bookish Owl. This insightful collection of ethnographic essays, authored by Kashmiri writers, delves into the desire for ‘azadi’ and the evolving perceptions of Kashmiris since 1947. Understand the roots of the intractable dispute and the impact of postcolonial politics on daily life. Go beyond simplistic narratives of proxy wars and terrorism. Discover a deeper understanding of Kashmir’s past and present. ISBN: 9789353570057. A must-read for anyone seeking a nuanced perspective.
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DEV HUMAN RIGHTS INDIA EPZI P
0Original price was: ₹995.00.₹746.00Current price is: ₹746.00.Uncover the complex interplay of human rights India and UN development efforts. This groundbreaking book provides the first comprehensive evaluation of how international agencies assess a country’s rights situation, focusing on India. It delves into the UN’s rights-based approach, examining its impact on civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights, and the practical challenges faced by key agencies like UNICEF and the World Bank. Essential for students of international relations, development studies, and policy professionals interested in global governance and its implementation in India.
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Development after Statism: Industrial Firms and the Political Economy of South Asia
0Original price was: ₹825.00.₹619.00Current price is: ₹619.00.Explore the complex political economy of South Asian industrial firms navigating post-statism. This essential analysis reveals how manufacturers in India and Pakistan manage production challenges and economic transformation following the withdrawal of state direction in the 1980s. Discover how differing firm backgrounds influence capital and labor strategies, impacting the trajectory of industrial development. Essential reading for economists, policymakers, and students of South Asian development, offering deep insights into the forces shaping manufacturing and policy shifts in the region.
