Social science research in India : status, issues, and policies /

This volume elaborates on various dimensions of social science research in India, presenting a strong case for designing a comprehensive national social science policy which can meaningfully strengthen and promote a research ecosystem for improved public policymaking in the country. Addressing iss...

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Corporate Author: Indian Council of Social Science Research
Other Authors: Thorat, Sukhadeo (Editor), Verma, Samar (Editor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New Delhi, India : Oxford University Press, c2017
Edition:First edition
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Summary:This volume elaborates on various dimensions of social science research in India, presenting a strong case for designing a comprehensive national social science policy which can meaningfully strengthen and promote a research ecosystem for improved public policymaking in the country. Addressing issues like lack of funding, availability of data, infrastructure and quality of research output, it will serve as a national benchmark and reference database for social sciences in India.
Item Description:Copyright: Indian Council of Social Science Research.
Physical Description:xxvii, 613 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 23 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780199474417 (hardback)
0199474419 (hardback)