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This book in two volumes is a developmental discourse for 'mountain perspective development'. The book unfolds the journey of the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand since its inception and covers the journey of fifteen years and beyond. Twenty different dimensions with exhaustive time series and cross section data, critical analysis and policy asks by experts give a special place to this book for 'Himalayan model of development'. The volumes will act as ready references for policymakers, bureaucrats, scientists, academicians, researchers and students not only for the state but also for all the Himalayan states of the country and abroad.The common characteristics and challenges of Himalayan region and the distinction from plain region as often cited by the authors create a strong platform for a focused dialogue towards separate policy of development for 'The Himalayan States of India' and sets 'An Agenda of Sustainable Development for the Himalayan states ' through the course of action for Uttarakhand .

Economic development ideally refers to the sustained, concerted actions of communities and policymakers that improve the standard of living and economic health of a specific locality. It can be referred to as the quantitative and qualitative changes in an existing economy. It involves development of human capital, increasing the literacy ratio, improve important infrastructure, improvement of health and safety and others areas that aims at increasing the general welfare of the citizens. Education, entrepreneurship, physical infrastructure, and social infrastructure all play an important role in developing rural regions. It is hoped that the present edition of this book will be beneficial to all concerned of the society, in general and students, lawyers, advocates, academicians, human rights institutions, researchers and NGOs working in Developmental studies/South Asian Studies field, in particular.

This study is a humble attempt at weaving the diverse thread of available material in a coherent fabric. The facts have been scrupulously studied and presented with a sense of objectivity. It has been divided into five chapters.The first chapter deals with the general introduction to the concept of regional organisations and examines the applicability of the same to the South Asian region.The second chapter endeavours to present the picture of SAARC origin, growth, and its summit summary. Moreover this chapter deals with overall role played by India in the various SAARC meetings.The third chapter deals with the impact of India's hegemony on South Asia and its overall impact on the development and working of SAARC. This will also look into the fact how the small powers perceive about Indian hegemony and how it is going to effect the overall development of SAARC.The fourth chapter deals with the factors and challenges that hinder the process of regional cooperation in the region. The factors that are likely to contribute towards promotion of peace and cooperation have also been explored. In this context the potential, prospects and role of SAARC for building bridges of understanding and speeding up process of cooperation has been fully discussed.Finally, the chapter fifth sums up the main conclusions of the study and it also contains some suggestions , i f implemented, would prove help full in making the SAARC result oriented and also a successful regional organisation.

In ancient India, there was a close link between the nature of political authority and forms of political protest. Authority of the king was legitimized through the Vedic rituals such as consecration ceremony. Second method of legitimization was based on the consent of the people which was secured through social contract theory of origin of kingship. Indian thinkers argued that the king who did not follow the principle of Dharma would suffer loss of authority.In ancient India, the people followed various methods of protest to bring about change in the unjust policies of the government. If the king did not change his behavior after the protest, the people tried to overthrow the government. They used both nonviolent and violent methods. They offered dharna, demonstrations, fasting, jumping in fire to register protest, non-payment of taxes, assassinations of the tyrants and mass lynching of wicked despots. Freedom fighters in modern India followed some of these forms of protest to fight against foreign rule. It is for the first time that the forms of protest are described and critically analyzed in a book.

The Title 'Life of General John Tipton and Early Indiana History written/authored/edited by M. W. Pershing', published in the year 2017.

South Asia represents one fourth of world population with low gross domestic product, low per capita and low literacy rate coupled with high birth and high death rates. It contains the largest number of the world's hungry about 350 million people. It is afflicted by a number of problemssocial, political and economic. Further, disparity between the rural and urban, poor and rich and violence (extremism, insurgency) have led to instability and insecurity in the region. No common external threat was perceived by the region. South Asian states are plagued by interstate conflicts over boundaries. Absence of collective identity and lack of sense of belonging do still exist in the region and thus hinder South Asia from achieving the momentum to grow at its full potential. South Asia inherited an integrated transport system from the British, but this was fractured not only by the partition but also by its political aftermath. It needs to be integrated again. Due to lack of integration of the transport system in South Asia, the logistic costs are very high and ranges between thirteen to fourteen per cent of GDP. Connectivity plays a significant role in combating poverty. If countries in South Asia continue growing at a seven per cent rate, the incidence of poverty would be reduced from fifty to twenty per cent. Currently South Asia represents only five per cent of trade. If transport network and infrastructure are improved, trade among the South Asian countries would be enhanced. The contributors in this volume focus on the problems being faced by the South Asian countries and suggest amicable solutions to enhance economic cooperation amongst them. The volume tries to visualize a new South Asia free from conflicts, thereby improving the welfare of the people in the region. Structure of the Volume The volume consists of fifteen papers, which divides into four parts. Part-I: Regionalism in South Asia Part-II: Connectivity and Trade in South Asia Part-III: Cultural Linkages and Soft power in Regional Integration Part-IV: Bilateral Relations.

This main objective of publishing this book is to highlight the contribution of The Mughal Kings, The Queens and The Begums. It covers briefly the Mughal Kings from Tahmur to Bahadur shah Zafar, who played an important role with honor,dignity and glory with special emphasis on the prominent Kings. The Queens and the Begums were not only talented but played a dominant role in Social and Cultural activities. They were educated. The mughal ladies were also into contemporary Politics of the State and their contribution till the end of the Mughal Rule forms a part of rich cultural heritage. This book provides fascinating details about the Culture , society, Dress, Jwellery and the life of that era. We feel happy and proud to present this book which is not only based on historical details but with rare photographs from miniatures and chronograms.