COVID-19 Pandemic, India and the World: Economic and Social Policy Perspectives

The book analyzes the economic and social impact of the Covid-19 crisis with a special focus on India, examining the economic disruption, policy responses, and the prospect of a severe global recession. It also covers the suffering of the masses, affected socio-cultural relationships, behavioral patterns, and psychological attitudes. The essays discuss key themes such as the changing global economy, public health policy failures, the impact on education, agriculture, industry, firms, households, and the informal sector. The volume includes original research by leading economists from India and abroad and will be useful for scholars and researchers in economics, Indian economy, development economics, development studies, labor studies, public policy, public administration, governance, sociology, and political economy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 434 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the world economy and society, with India being no exception. This book delves into the economic and social consequences of the crisis, with a special focus on India. It examines the devastating economic disruption caused by the pandemic, the various policy responses implemented by the government, and the potential for a severe global recession. Furthermore, it explores the profound suffering experienced by the masses and the significant disruptions to socio-cultural relationships, behavioral patterns, and psychological attitudes governing human interaction.

The essays in this volume cover a wide range of topics, including:

The Corona pandemic and the changing global economy: The book examines the impact of the pandemic on global economic growth, trade, and macroeconomic recovery. It explores the challenges and opportunities that countries have faced in navigating this unprecedented crisis.

Public health and policy failures: The essays analyze the public health response to the pandemic and identify the policy failures that have contributed to its severity. It examines the role of governments, healthcare systems, and international organizations in addressing the crisis.

Appropriate policy response: The book discusses the appropriate policy responses to the pandemic, including measures such as lockdowns, economic stimulus packages, and social safety nets. It examines the effectiveness of these measures and the challenges that they have posed.

Impact on education: The pandemic has disrupted education systems worldwide, and this book explores the impact on India's education sector. It examines the challenges faced by students, teachers, and educational institutions and provides guidelines for the future.

Idea of economic herd immunity: The book discusses the concept of economic herd immunity and its implications for the pandemic. It examines the role of vaccination programs in ending the pandemic and the challenges that India faces in achieving herd immunity.

Impact of India's lockdown, crisis of the migrant laborers: The book explores the impact of India's lockdown on the country's economy, particularly on the migrant laborers who are the backbone of the informal sector. It examines the challenges faced by these workers and the government's response to their crisis.

Impact on agriculture, industry, firms, households, and the informal sector: The pandemic has had a significant impact on various sectors of the Indian economy, including agriculture, industry, and the informal sector. The book examines the challenges and opportunities that these sectors have faced and provides insights into the future of these industries.

Implications of digital technology for production, labor, and labor relations: The pandemic has accelerated the adoption of digital technology in various industries, and this book explores the implications of this technology for production, labor, and labor relations. It examines the potential benefits and challenges of automation and digitalization.

Violence amidst the virus: The pandemic has also led to increased violence and social unrest, particularly in India. The book examines the COVID-19 and Hindu-Muslim conflict in India, domestic violence, questions of occupation, identity, gender, and vulnerability. It explores the social and political factors that have contributed to these issues and provides recommendations for addressing them.

De-globalization and environmental challenges in the post-COVID era: The pandemic has highlighted the interconnectedness of the world economy and the importance of sustainable development. The book examines the de-globalization trends that have emerged in the post-COVID era and the environmental challenges that countries face. It explores the potential for sustainable economic growth and the role of governments and international organizations in promoting sustainable development.

Engagingly written, this comprehensive volume compiles original research by leading economists from India and abroad. It will be useful for scholars and researchers of economics, of the Indian economy, development economics, development studies, labor studies, public policy, public administration, governance, sociology, and political economy.

In conclusion, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the world economy and society, with India being no exception. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic and social consequences of the crisis, with a special focus on India. It explores the devastating economic disruption caused by the pandemic, the various policy responses implemented by the government, and the potential for a severe global recession. Furthermore, it explores the profound suffering experienced by the masses and the significant disruptions to socio-cultural relationships, behavioral patterns, and psychological attitudes governing human interaction. The essays in this volume cover a wide range of topics, including the changing global economy, public health and policy failures, appropriate policy responses, impact on education, the idea of economic herd

herd immunity, the impact of India's lockdown, the crisis of the migrant laborers, the impact on agriculture, industry, firms, households, and the informal sector, the implications of digital technology for production, labor, and labor relations, violence amidst the virus, COVID-19 and Hindu-Muslim conflict in India, domestic violence, questions of occupation, identity, gender, and vulnerability, de-globalization and environmental challenges in the post-COVID era. Engagingly written, this comprehensive volume compiles original research by leading economists from India and abroad. It will be useful for scholars and researchers of economics, of the Indian economy, development economics, development studies, labor studies, public policy, public administration, governance, sociology, and political economy.

Weight: 708g
Dimension: 234 x 155 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032114965