The Asia Annual 2011 focuses on the various aspects of democracy inthe Asian
context. The chapters in this volume reflect diverseperceptions, adopting an
interdisciplinary approach, which enhancethe discussions and reveal a plethora
of opinions and outlooks. Thecollection of essays has been arranged primarily in
terms of'regions' (in the geopolitical sense). The volume brings
togethercontributions from leading experts and 'area specialists' who
offerspecial insights and critiques on crucial issues and questionsrelated to
the central theme of democracy in their respective'regions/areas' of
specialisation. The intention is to submit aninclusive volume concerning the
idea of democracy in Asia. Itstrives to offer an exhaustive analysis that could
prove to bevaluable for those who