Author : Debal K. Singha Roy
Release : 2001
Genre : Business & Economics
Kind : eBook
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Book Synopsis Social Development and the Empowerment of Marginalised Groups by : Debal K. Singha Roy
Download or read book Social Development and the Empowerment of Marginalised Groups written by Debal K. Singha Roy. This book was released on 2001. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bringing together original contributions from scholars, researchers and social activists, this volume explores the initiatives, strategies and potential obstacles in the way of the social development and empowerment of the marginalised in the current scenario. The contributors contend that there is the need for an alternative model for sustainable, self-reliant and participatory development and formation of a new collective identity through civil society and social movements. To illustrate these possibilities, the contributors present various success stories including panchayati raj institutions, worker’s cooperatives, women’s participation in decision-making processes, and education through the open learning system.