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Medha M. Kudaisya
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Number of Pages
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Age Group
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Language
English
Book Summary
This non-fiction history book examines a pivotal moment in Indiaโs economic developmentโthe Bombay Plan of 1944. It weaves archival research with compelling narrative to reveal how eight leading industrialists, including J.R.D. Tata, Lala Shri Ram, and G.D. Birla, joined forces to chart a bold growth strategy. The plan promised to double per capita income in fifteen years, achieve a 130 percent rise in agriculture output, a 500 percent expansion in manufacturing, and a minimum standard of living for every citizen. The book speaks to readers with interests in economic policy, business history, and the evolution of public-private collaboration, delivered in a thoughtful, insightful tone.
Designed for curious readers, students of history and economics, and policy enthusiasts, this book presents the story as a dynamic blend of leadership, strategy, and consequence. It shows how the plan envisioned a partnership between the state and private enterprise and how that partnership later diverged from the Nehruvian framework. The prose is clear and accessible, guiding readers through a chronological arc that connects the planโs ambitions to the later Five Year Plans and the ongoing influence on Indiaโs economic life. The narrative is built around authentic scenes from boardrooms and government offices, supported by archival evidence and concise analysis to help readers grasp complex ideas without getting lost in jargon.
Keys to learning include exploring economic planning, public-private partnership, industrial policy, and development multipliers. The writing explains concepts in plain language and shows how bold visions translate into policy, infrastructure, and industry. The reading experience is engaging because it situates theory in real decisions and outcomes, inviting readers to assess what worked, what didnโt, and why it matters for todayโs economy.
Readers finish with a nuanced understanding of how ambitious planning, bold private initiative, and political realities shaped a nationโs economic trajectory. The book builds curiosity and critical thinking about policy choices and long-term development, leaving a thoughtful, lasting impression about the forces that drive growth.
Product Details
Author
Medha M. Kudaisya
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
240
Language
English
SKU
9780143445937
ISBN
9780143445937
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
20x14x4cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: โน 399
โน 380
โน 19 Off