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This textbook acquaints the readers with the evolution of Indian administration through contextual analysis of the theoretical and practical aspects of the subject.

Indian administration: evolution and practice addresses the new issues and challenges in the field of public administration in India through critical analysis of its growth and development since independence. Instead of focusing only on the institutional characteristics of the Indian administrative system, it highlights the key issues from a historical perspective. This will enable the readers to grasp the ideological and theoretical dynamics of the field of study and practice.

Contents: Preface. Introduction. 1. Evolution of Indian administration. 2. Philosophical and constitutional framework of Indian administration. 3. Structure of central administration. 4. State administration. 5. District administration. 6. Local governance in India: rural and urban. 7. Civil services in India. 8. Administrative reforms in India. 9. Public policy in India. 10. Planning and economic development in India. 11. Financial management in India. 12. Citizens and administration in India. 13. Social welfare administration in India. 14. Environmental management in India. 15. Major issues in Indian administration. Part I – conceptual issues. Part II – empirical issues. Conclusion. Bibliography. Index.