Reclaiming Development Studies: Essays for Ashwani Saith

Development studies needs to reclaim its critical political economy tradition to address decoloniality, 'global development,' and randomized control trials. The essays in this collection argue for the importance of reclaiming this tradition.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 300 pages
\n Publication date: 08 June 2021
\n Publisher: Anthem Press
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Development studies face mounting challenges from diverse perspectives, including decoloniality, 'global development,' and randomized control trials. This collection of essays advocates for the revival of the field's critical political economy tradition. Drawing upon the insights of Ashwani Saith, the contributions delve into numerous core issues within development studies, encompassing structural transformation, labor dynamics, and inequality.

Decoloniality poses a fundamental challenge to development studies, questioning the Eurocentric and colonial frameworks that have dominated the field. It emphasizes the need to decolonize knowledge production, challenge power imbalances, and promote equitable and sustainable development. Global development, on the other hand, emphasizes the interconnectedness of the world and the need for global cooperation in addressing issues such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. Randomized control trials, in contrast, challenge the efficacy and ethical implications of traditional development interventions, advocating for more rigorous and evidence-based approaches.

The essays featured in this collection argue for the importance of reclaiming the critical political economy tradition within development studies. This tradition emphasizes the role of power, institutions, and economic structures in shaping development outcomes. It highlights the need to analyze the political economy of development interventions, including policies, programs, and projects, to assess their impact on marginalized communities and the broader society.

The contributions touch upon a range of central issues within development studies, including structural change, labor dynamics, and inequality. They explore the ways in which economic globalization, technological advancements, and political institutions shape the distribution of resources, opportunities, and power. The essays also examine the challenges faced by marginalized communities, such as indigenous peoples, women, and children, in accessing resources, participating in decision-making processes, and achieving sustainable development.

In conclusion, development studies face significant challenges from decoloniality, 'global development,' and randomized control trials. This collection of essays advocates for the revival of the critical political economy tradition within development studies. By decolonizing knowledge production, challenging power imbalances, and promoting equitable and sustainable development, development studies can contribute to a more just and inclusive world.

\n Weight: 606g\n
Dimension: 409 x 256 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781785279966\n \n