This book explores the relationship between the state, development policy, and gender (in)equality in India. It discusses the formation of state policy on gende

Ram Narayan Prasad, b. 1941, Professor of Public Administration, Mizoram University.

This book investigates the barriers to women’s economic empowerment in the Global South. Drawing on evidence from a wide range of countries, the book outlines

The Indian state of Kerala has invoked much attention within development and gender debates, specifically in relation to its female capital- an outcome of inter

First Published in 2007. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.