Why The Village Movement?

Language: - English, About The Book: "This book delves into economic evolution from antiquity to modernity, comparing Western and Eastern models while addressing contemporary challenges like inequality and global strife. Advocating for industrialization, planned economies, and decentralized production, it proposes a harmonious global order rooted in local economies, sustainability, and collaborative governance. It explores the prospect of structuring an economic system around cultural values and human needs, echoing the foundations of ancient Oriental Civilization. Recognizing the complexity of humanity, it argues against extreme division of labor, advocating for holistic development that integrates religion, philosophy, politics, social and economic activities, and family relations towards universal peace and prosperity." About The Author: J.C. Kumarappa (1892–1960) was an Indian economist and a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi. He pioneered rural economic development theories, coining "Gandhian economics." Rooted in Gandhism, his work emphasized human dignity and trusteeship. As a professor at Gujarat Vidyapith, he promoted village industries. Kumarappa advocated environmentalism, opposing largescale projects. After India's independence, he contributed to national policies and founded the Kumarappa Institute of Gram Swaraj. The Title 'Why the Village Movement?: [A Plea for a Village Centred Economic Order in India] written/authored/edited by J. C. Kumarappa', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362080042 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 224 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Economic Policy & Development, Development & Growth, Economics. Size of the book is 1.34 x 9.59 cms