Planning Democracy: How a Professor, an Institute, and an Idea Shaped India
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Planning Democracy: How a Professor, an Institute, and an Idea Shaped India

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“Discover the untold story of India’s Five-Year Plans and how they shaped its democracy. Explore the fascinating history of democratic planning through the lens of a renowned scientist, a pioneering research institute, and the challenges of balancing a socialist economy with a liberal democracy. Learn how planning influenced everything from data systems to Bollywood and continues to impact our world today.”

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  • ISBN-13: 9780670095926
  • Publisher: Penguin Viking
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English
  • Width: 254 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0670095923
  • Publisher Date: 07 Mar 2022
  • Height: 47 mm
  • No of Pages: 360

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Weight 0.5 kg

19 reviews for Planning Democracy: How a Professor, an Institute, and an Idea Shaped India

  1. Parjeet Singh –

    The book lost me in the details at times. It’s an important topic, but the presentation could be improved.

  2. Somya –

    The author has clearly done extensive research. This book is for serious academics or students only.

  3. Neha Lalwani –

    Well-researched and insightful. It’s a bit academic, but worth the effort for serious students of Indian history.

  4. Ayush Singh Yadav –

    I loved how the book connected planning to various aspects of Indian society, including Bollywood. Very insightful!

  5. Aman Deshraj –

    Planning Democracy offers a unique lens through which to view India’s post-independence journey. It has some dry spots, but worth reading.

  6. Muhammed Sinan K –

    It is a well written account of the planning era in India. It can be slow and tedious at times.

  7. Urvashi Dayal –

    I enjoyed learning about the professor and the research institute, but at times the book was hard to follow along.

  8. Vridhhi Jaain –

    Interesting concept, but the writing style was a bit dry for my taste. Still, a valuable contribution to understanding India’s history.

  9. Abhay Tiwari –

    A fascinating look at India’s planning era. I enjoyed learning about the institute and the professor’s vision, but sometimes the details felt overwhelming.

  10. Tanuj Prakash –

    I had mixed feelings. Some parts were fascinating, while others felt repetitive. Overall, a decent read.

  11. Jinendra –

    I was captivated by the insights into India’s economic development. A must-read for anyone interested in political science and history.

  12. Vikram Singh –

    The book provides a comprehensive overview. However, it could have explored the criticisms of the Five-Year Plans in more detail.

  13. Sugat Subhash Sondavale –

    A great book for anyone interested in Indian history. This provides an account of the challenges and triumphs of India’s planning process

  14. Gaurav Sudhir Kulkarni –

    This book shed light on a vital part of Indian history that I knew little about. Highly recommended! Easy to follow and very informative.

  15. Aditi Saurav –

    It is insightful and helpful, but a bit too much information. Would have liked to see more criticisms of planning.

  16. Parmar Manank Pravinbhai –

    A thought-provoking exploration of democratic planning. I especially appreciated the discussion on data systems. I really enjoyed this book!

  17. Revat Mehra –

    A thought-provoking exploration of India’s Five-Year Plans. Would reccomend to anyone studying economics or political science.

  18. Divya Pragya –

    An eye-opening account of the challenges and triumphs of India’s planning process. It provides a nuanced perspective and is amazing.

  19. Gaurav S –

    A very detailed analysis. Those without any prior knowledge of economics might struggle a bit. Great read for those in the field.

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