COVID-19 Pandemic, Public Policy, and Institutions in India: Issues of Labour, Income, and Human Development

This book examines the institutional and governance issues faced by India during the COVID-19 pandemic and its adverse impact on vulnerable sectors and groups. It explores policy responses, governance challenges, economic impacts, and public infrastructure and services. It also looks at the private sector's response to the pandemic, focusing on Corporate Social Responsibility.

Format: Hardback
Length: 204 pages
Publication date: 24 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges to India's institutional and governance structures, particularly affecting vulnerable sectors and groups. In response, this comprehensive book explores the multifaceted impacts of the pandemic on India's economy, society, and public infrastructure.

The book is organized into four parts, each providing a detailed examination of the pandemic's effects. Part One provides an overview of the study's approach, including its focus on policy responses and the impact of the pandemic on various sectors. Part Two delves into the governance challenges faced by India in containing the spread of the virus, drawing on theoretical frameworks to explain institutional responses. Part Three examines the devastating impact of the pandemic on economically vulnerable households, workers, and small industries, highlighting the urgent need for targeted support and interventions. Part Four explores the impacts and responses of Indian public infrastructure and services, particularly in the areas of health care and schooling. It also highlights the challenges posed by infrastructure inadequacies in Indian cities.

The book concludes by examining how businesses in the private sector have responded to the pandemic, with a particular focus on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). It provides valuable insights into the strategies adopted by companies to address the social and environmental challenges posed by the pandemic, as well as their efforts to support vulnerable communities.

This book is a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners interested in institutions and development, particularly in the context of India. It offers a comprehensive analysis of the pandemic's impacts and provides insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for India's recovery and growth.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032129471