Changing South Asia

Author : Rajiv Ranjan,Guo Changgang
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000439601

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China and South Asia by Rajiv Ranjan,Guo Changgang Pdf

This book looks at the changing dynamics and regional power play between China and South Asia. It explores crucial issues such as China–Pakistan Economic Corridor and the changing nature of China–India relations; China’s trident approach in South Asia and its rising influence in the region; the responses of small states to rising China; China’s twenty-first-century Belt and Road Initiative; China and India; China’s rise and the USA’s security policy vis-à-vis India; the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and regional security; and Russia’s ‘Pivot to the East’ and its impact on the Asia-Pacific region. The volume brings together the views of scholars from China, South Asia and beyond on different aspects of China and South Asia engagement, including regional politics, connectivity, infrastructure and development projects, power politics, economy, ideology and culture. The chapters offer insights into trends and challenges within China’s economic and security environment as impacted by globalization, regional interests and the demands of cooperation. They present critical, comprehensive and expert analyses of China’s engagement with South Asia by covering historical, sociological, political, cultural, economic and strategic factors while including perspectives from individual countries. This volume will be useful to scholars and researchers of Chinese studies, politics and international relations, South Asian studies, foreign policy, diplomacy, security and strategic studies and political studies, as well as to those in media, policymakers, bureaucrats, diplomats and think tanks.

Author : James Chiriyankandath
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2020-12-18
Category : Political parties
ISBN : 0367739208

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Parties and Political Change in South Asia by James Chiriyankandath Pdf

Over the past seven decades and more, political parties have become an essential feature of the political landscape of the South Asian subcontinent, serving both as a conduit and product of the tumultuous change the region has experienced. Yet they have not been the focus of sustained scholarly attention. This collection focuses on different aspects of how major parties have been agents of - and subject to - change in three South Asian states (India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka), examining some of the apparent paradoxes of politics in the subcontinent and covering issues such as gender, religion, patronage, clientelism, political recruitment and democratic regression. Recurring themes are the importance of personalities (and the corresponding neglect of institutionalisation) and the lack of pluralism in intraparty affairs, factors that render parties and political systems vulnerable to degeneration. This book was published as a special issue of Commonwealth and Comparative Politics.

Author : Mausumi Kar,Jayita Mukhopadhyay,Manisha Deb Sarkar
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 267 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000409802

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South Asia and Climate Change by Mausumi Kar,Jayita Mukhopadhyay,Manisha Deb Sarkar Pdf

This book provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary examination of the diverse aspects of climate change in South Asia. The region, home to almost 4% of the world’s population, is under serious threat from climatic disasters. The volume underscores the urgency of addressing cataclysmic events related to climate change and their ramifications on the economy, agriculture and livelihoods of the region. The book discusses the reasons causing climate change as well as highlights normative and ethical considerations involved in the battle against climate change. With case studies from India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, it explores issues such as extreme climatic events; energy use, fossil fuels, non-renewable resources and carbon dioxide emission in South Asia; internal migration and climate refugees; the ethical dilemma of sustainable development; technological advancements for extreme weather forecast; and responses to climate change in South Asia. Highlighting the need for striking a balance between developmental imperatives and environmental sustainability, the chapters also show the North-South divide in the research agenda and policies on climate change and the global politics that underlie climate policies. The volume juxtaposes a scientific analysis of factors responsible for climate change with an analysis of the human cost of climate change from the perspective of social sciences. It discusses the challenges faced by developing countries while also offering recommendations and solutions. This book will be of interest to scholars and researchers of climate studies, geography, public policy and governance, sustainable development, development studies, environmental studies, political studies, international relations, political economy, economics and sociology. It will also be useful to practitioners, thinktanks, policymakers and civil society organisations working on environmental management.

Author : Kenneth Ballhatchet
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : South Asia
ISBN : UCSD:31822003351426

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Changing South Asia: Economy and society by Kenneth Ballhatchet Pdf

Author : Sudheer Singh Verma,Ashwani Kumar (Assistant professor of history)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : India
ISBN : 9389137950

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India in South Asia by Sudheer Singh Verma,Ashwani Kumar (Assistant professor of history) Pdf

Author : John Richards,Manzoor Ahmed,Md. Shahidul Islam
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2021-12-23
Category : Education and state
ISBN : 9781487522551

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The Political Economy of Education in South Asia by John Richards,Manzoor Ahmed,Md. Shahidul Islam Pdf

This book offers a comprehensive and accessible treatment of recent academic and policy studies of basic education in South Asia.

Author : Baniateilang Majaw
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781000088526

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Climate Change in South Asia by Baniateilang Majaw Pdf

This volume studies the challenges of climate change in South Asia and examines the role of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) in addressing them. It highlights the dangers posed by climate change in South Asia and underlines the need to strengthen and intensify regional cooperation to preserve, protect and manage the diverse and fragile eco-systems of the region. The book examines policies and initiatives of the SAARC in tackling these issues and also analyzes their implementation by member countries. Comprehensive and topical, this volume will be useful for scholars and researchers of South Asian Studies, environmental studies, climate change studies, public policy and governance, development studies, international relations, regional cooperation, and political studies. It will also be of importance to policymakers and NGOs working in this field.

Author : Rajesh Rai,Peter Reeves
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2008-07-25
Category : History
ISBN : 9781134105953

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The South Asian Diaspora by Rajesh Rai,Peter Reeves Pdf

This book uses the concept of transnational networks as a way to understand the South Asian diaspora. Offering a unique and original insight into the South Asian diaspora, this book will be of interest to academics working in the fields of South Asian studies, diaspora and cultural studies, anthropology, transnationalism and globalization.

Author : Kenneth Ballhatchet
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:165892174

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Changing South Asia by Kenneth Ballhatchet Pdf

Author : Asha Hans,Nitya Rao,Anjal Prakash,Amrita Patel
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000335392

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Engendering Climate Change by Asha Hans,Nitya Rao,Anjal Prakash,Amrita Patel Pdf

This book focuses on the gendered experiences of environmental change across different geographies and social contexts in South Asia and on diverse strategies of adapting to climate variability. The book analyzes how changes in rainfall patterns, floods, droughts, heatwaves and landslides affect those who are directly dependent on the agrarian economy. It examines the socio-economic pressures, including the increase in women’s work burdens both in production and reproduction on gender relations. It also examines coping mechanisms such as male migration and the formation of women’s collectives which create space for agency and change in rigid social relations. The volume looks at perspectives from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal to present the nuances of gender relations across borders along with similarities and differences across geographical,socio-cultural and policy contexts. This book will be of interest to researchers and students of sociology, development, gender, economics, environmental studies and South Asian studies. It will also be useful for policymakers, NGOs and think tanks working in the areas of gender, climate change and development.

Author : Rattan Lal,Mannava VK Sivakumar,S.M.A. Faiz,A.H.M. Mustafizur Rahman,Khandakar R. Islam
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 601 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2010-10-17
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789048195169

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Climate Change and Food Security in South Asia by Rattan Lal,Mannava VK Sivakumar,S.M.A. Faiz,A.H.M. Mustafizur Rahman,Khandakar R. Islam Pdf

This book addresses an important topic of food security in South Asia with specific reference to climate change. Of the 1 billion food insecure people in the world, more than 30% are in South Asia. The problem of food insecurity may be exacerbated by the projected climate change especially because of the water scarcity caused by rapid melting of the glaciers in the Himalayas and increase in variability in monsoonal rains and frequency of extreme events. Furthermore, large populations of Bangladesh and other coastal regions may be displaced by sea level rise. Thus, this volume addresses recommended land use and soil/water/crop/vegetation management practices which would enable land managers to adapt to climate disruption by enhancing soil/ecosystem/social resilience. In addition to biophysical factors, this book also addresses the issues related to human dimensions including social, ethnical and political considerations.

Author : Jens Marquardt,Laurence L. Delina,Mattijs Smits
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000488197

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Governing Climate Change in Southeast Asia by Jens Marquardt,Laurence L. Delina,Mattijs Smits Pdf

This volume showcases the diversity of the politics and practices of climate change governance across Southeast Asia. Through a series of country-level case studies and regional perspectives, the authors in this volume explore the complexities and contested nature of climate governance in what can be considered as one of the most dynamic and multi-faceted regions of the world. They reflect upon the tensions between authoritarian and democratic climate change governance, the multiple roles of civil society and non-state interventions, and the conflicts between state planning and market-driven climate change governance. Shedding light on climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts in Southeast Asia, this book presents the various formal and informal institutions of climate change governance, their relevant actors, procedures, and policies. Empirical findings from a diverse set of environments are merged into a cross-country comparison that allows for elaborating on similar patterns whilst at the same time highlighting the distinct features of climate change governance in Southeast Asia. Drawing on case studies from all Southeast Asian countries, namely Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Viet Nam, this book will be of great interest to students, scholars, and practitioners dealing with climate change and environmental governance.

Author : Kenneth David
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter
Page : 557 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2011-06-03
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783110807752

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The New Wind by Kenneth David Pdf

Author : Kenneth Ballhatchet,David Taylor (M.A., Ph.D.),University of London. Centre of South Asian Studies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : South Asia
ISBN : OCLC:503857759

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Changing South Asia by Kenneth Ballhatchet,David Taylor (M.A., Ph.D.),University of London. Centre of South Asian Studies Pdf

Author : Krishna Kumar,Joachim Oesterheld
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Education
ISBN : UOM:39015070108272

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Education and Social Change in South Asia by Krishna Kumar,Joachim Oesterheld Pdf

Today education is a key factor for further development of most of the countries in South Asia, which after decades of independence are still lacking in literacy. The book focuses on the relationship between the state and society of South Asian countries, especially in the field of primary education. After dealing with developments under colonial rule, the major part of the contributions is devoted to the educational policy in South Asian countries post-independence. The papers reveal the relevance and crucial role of culture, religion, and ethnicity for imparting basic education on a nation-wide scale. Taking into consideration the complexity of societies of South Asian countries, the book looks at the social and political implications arising out of the educational policy of the state for the process of nation building. The book is a specific contribution from a South Asian context to the ongoing debate about the relevance of language, culture, and religion in the educational policy of a majority population and its impact on minority communities.