Critical discourse in development studies examines the ways in which language, narratives and power intersect to shape how development problems are defined, debated and addressed. It foregrounds the ...

This carefully argued study analyzes the "good governance" agenda of Western aid agencies in Africa, in particular the language they use to link requirements for democratization to those for economic ...

Dr. Ramanand is Director of CPRG and Mr. Arjun is researcher of CPRG. In the pursuit of the ambitious national goal of achieving a $5 trillion economy, the state of Uttar Pradesh (UP) holds a key role ...

This article is part of ourEconomy's 'Decolonising the economy' series. "They talk to me about progress, about 'achievements,' diseases cured, improved standards of living. I am talking about ...

This article is part of ourEconomy's 'Decolonising the economy' series. The current planetary crisis has taken on a civilizational dimension. Never before have so many crucial aspects of life failed ...

The need for cooperation among various service sectors has been an inherent component of development discourse. Partnership bridges the gap among the sectors. It also sets in motion a culture of ...