A Festschrift in honor of Pradeep Mehta, the founder of Consumer Unity and Trust
Society--or CUTS International--this rich collection of analytical essays penned
by eminent contributors who have been closely associated with Pradeep worldwide
examines and celebrates his contributions to social justice and economic
equality in India and around the world. The essays focus on three main
areas--trade and development, competition and economic regulation, and
governance--and emphasize the importance of participatory citizenship and civil
society activism. The overarching message of the compendium is the significance
of open global trading systems, competitive and contestable markets
domestically, and the coordination and regulation of national and global action
on effective partnerships and