Contemporary Issues in Sustainable Development: The Case of India

This book explores sustainable development, risk management, and demand management in India, using diverse theories and analytical methods from various disciplines. It examines the challenges of achieving sustainability, the role of quantitative research, and the practical implementations of quantitative models. It is a valuable resource for students, research scholars, and practitioners in economics, environmental studies, development studies, sociology, South Asian studies, and public policy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 410 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into diverse perspectives surrounding sustainable development, risk management, and managing demand across various sectors in India. Drawing from a wide range of theories and analytical methods from various disciplines, along with comprehensive case studies, it presents an in-depth exploration. The book addresses the complexities of achieving sustainability, emphasizes the significance of quantitative research in assessing current scenarios, and highlights the role of policymaking in driving improvements in the Indian context. It examines the multifaceted approaches to sustainable development in agriculture, climate change, energy, the environment, natural resources, health, and society. Furthermore, it analyzes crucial quantitative models for sustainability policy analysis and provides illustrative case studies to shed light on their practical applications. This book serves as an invaluable reference manual, catering to students, research scholars, and practitioners in economics, environmental studies, development studies, sociology, South Asian studies, and public policy, among others. It offers a wealth of analytical techniques that are essential for understanding and addressing the challenges of sustainable development in India.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367692315