This invaluable collection of information provides an in-depth guide to the regional dimension of the politics and economy of this vast and complex country. Incomparable in its coverage, it supplies the reader with a more complete understanding of India as a whole.
Part One: Introduction * An informative essay on the political development of India;
The Centre and the States: Evolution of a Union * A chronology of the country, with particular emphasis on regional issues
* Statistics of major demographic and economic indicators, including comparative data
* Information about the structure and organization of the national government in India.
Part Two: Territorial Surveys Providing a wealth of information on each of the 28 states and 7 territories, each chapter includes:
* Details of geography
* An account of the current and historical political situation
* An economic survey, including key statistics and details of infrastructure, agriculture, industry and tourism
* A directory of leading officials.
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