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The state of Uttar Pradesh - Indias most populous, but also one ofits poorest -
is in crisis, lagging behind the rest of the countryin terms of social
development, economic growth, and womensempowerment, with inefficient and
ineffective democraticinstitutions. In this timely book, established scholars
and newvoices from Europe reflect on aspects of the perilous condition ofUP,
addressing a range of issues, all drawing on intensive andextended fieldwork.
What used to be UPs strength has turned intoits weakness. Its position in India
- as the quintessential Indianstate is unique, but no specific UP-identity has
been developed. Inpapers discussing peoples own perceptions of core social
andpolitical issues, local ideas of
The state of Uttar Pradesh - Indias most populous, but also one ofits poorest -
is in crisis, lagging behind the rest of the countryin terms of social
development, economic growth, and womensempowerment, with inefficient and
ineffective democraticinstitutions. In this timely book, established scholars
and newvoices from Europe reflect on aspects of the perilous condition ofUP,
addressing a range of issues, all drawing on intensive andextended fieldwork.
What used to be UPs strength has turned intoits weakness. Its position in India
- as the quintessential Indianstate is unique, but no specific UP-identity has
been developed. Inpapers discussing peoples own perceptions of core social
andpolitical issues, local ideas of