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This book offers a multidimensional comparative analysis of two large groups of the world's displaced populations : resettlers uprooted by development and refugees fleeing military conflicts or natural calamities. The authors explore common central issues: the condition of being "displaced," the risks of impoverishment and destitu-tion, the rights and entitlements of those uprooted, and, most important, the means of reconstruction of their livelihoods. (Adapté de l'Introduction).
Contributed articles chiefly on India and north east India; includes articles on the life and works of B.K. Roy Burman.
Deriving Insights From About 200 Theoretical And Empirical Studies, This Critical And Analytical Book Is Designed To Serve As A Treasure House Of Information Not Merely On Development-Induced Impoverishment And Deprivation, But Also On Sustained Rehabilitation And Redevelopment Of Project Affexted People In India.
As the human population expands and natural resources become depleted, it becomes necessary to explore other sources for energy consumption and usage. Renewable and Alternative Energy: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of emerging perspectives and innovations for alternative energy sources. Highlighting relevant concepts on energy efficiency, current technologies, and ongoing industry trends, this is an ideal reference source for academics, practitioners, professionals, and upper-level students interested in the latest research on renewable energy.
Compulsory land acquisition and involuntary displacement of communities for a larger public purpose captures the tension of development in the modern state, with the need to balance the interests of the majority while protecting the rights of the minority.This book examines a number of new policy formulations put in place at both the central and state levels looking at land acquisition procedures and norms for rehabilitation and resettlement of communities.
Papers presented at Seminar on "Forest Policy and Tribal Development"; with reference to Orissa, India.