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In modern welfare states, the aim of the Government is to provide good governance. But, corruption on the part of policymakers and government officials is a great hindrance in achieving good governance. In fact, corruption reigns supreme everywhere, including private sector. This hydra-headed concept has brought irreparable damage to both society and economy of a majority of nations, and is now threatening to engulf the world completely. It is true that ...
The developing and the least developed countries have a significant dependence on agriculture, both in terms of proportion of GDP and provision of livelihood to the majority. The importance of agricultural trade in increasing the global economic welfare in general and that of these poorer countries in particular, has paved the way for agricultural issues assuming key importance in international trade forums like WTO. Recognizing the importance of agriculture, the ...
This book highlights the achievements and drawbacks of the agricultural and industrial sectors of West Bengal. With over 70 percent of the population of the state in rural areas, West Bengal has successfully re-established its position on the agricultural map of India through exemplary performance in rice and vegetable production and improved rural prosperity. This book discusses the slump of some traditional industries during the '70s and '80s and the late but ...
West Bengal continued to provide leadership in several spheres of life in the post Independence period. However, for several reasons -social, political and economic- since the 70s, it fell from the premier position it occupied earlier. But, concerted efforts by the government and the people have once again brought West Bengal on the growth path. This book gives comparative a picture of the social and economic indicators that determine the extent of development in ...
E-Agriculture is a potential area encompassing the agri-value chain through application of internet and related technologies. It is basically a tool that promotes the integration of technology with knowledge in order to improve communication and learning processes among various stakeholders in the agri-supply chain. The application of e-Agriculture deals with all agriculture and infrastructure-related projects in which ICT has the potential to enrich and empower ...