B.R. Ambedkar, Economic Development and Dalits in Post-Independence India

<p>This book examines Ambedkar the economist. It foregrounds his economic ideas within the context of post-independence India. It also studies the socio-economic status of Dalits in the country focusing on Ambedkar’s views on inclusive and equitable growth.</p><p> The volume:</p><p>· Focuses on the economic writings of Ambedkar and looks at his views on caste and its economic implications, monetary and fiscal systems, as well as exchange rate and trade;</p><p>· Discusses issues like land reforms and agrarian change, poverty, higher education and human rights from a Dalit perspective;</p><p>· Examines the relevance of Ambedkar’s economic ideas for contemporary India.</p><p> Drawing on interdisciplinary research methods, this book will be of great interest to scholars and researchers of economics, political science, development studies, history, human rights, and South Asian studies.</p>