India at 50: democracy, nationalism and foreign policy choices
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India's experiment with democracy since it gained its independence in 1948 has had mixed results. There has been opposition from regions, communities and groups, but it has been possible to prevent dissent reaching explosive levels. There has been economic and political progress, although more than 25% of the population continues to live below the poverty line. In the future, it is likely that consensus about economic issues will determine the nature of government. It is possible that India will see the emergence of coalitional politics.
Publication Name: Asian Affairs
Subject: Ethnic, cultural, racial issues/studies
ISSN: 0306-8374
Year: 1999
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India: the British legacy fifty years on
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On the fiftieth anniversary of the independence of India, the expectations for India at the outset of independence are examined, along with actual achievements. According to Penderel Moon, India had the opportunity to boosts its economy and raise its standards of living. While India still suffers extreme poverty, disease, pollution, and child labour; the country is now self-sufficient in food, and some land reform and economic growth has taken place.
Publication Name: Asian Affairs
Subject: Ethnic, cultural, racial issues/studies
ISSN: 0306-8374
Year: 1998
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India and energy security
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An investigation of India's energy resources and needs in terms of oil and gas is presented, particularly the steps being taken to meet the impending energy crisis and to ensure the security of supply through diversification.
Publication Name: Asian Affairs
Subject: Ethnic, cultural, racial issues/studies
ISSN: 0306-8374
Year: 2007
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