As the longest surviving, democratically elected Communist regime, the performance of the Left Front Government in West Bengal has attracted attention. In this study based on primary research conducted in different districts of the state, G K Lieten assesses both the claims and the performance of the regime critically but sympathetically. He provides an analytical reading of other studies concerning the Left Front Governments policies. Lieten locates the discussion of the West Bengal experience within the larger rubric of ...
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As the longest surviving, democratically elected Communist regime, the performance of the Left Front Government in West Bengal has attracted attention. In this study based on primary research conducted in different districts of the state, G K Lieten assesses both the claims and the performance of the regime critically but sympathetically. He provides an analytical reading of other studies concerning the Left Front Governments policies. Lieten locates the discussion of the West Bengal experience within the larger rubric of the possibility of genuine decentralization and participation in a post-colonial situation through the use of democratic means.
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Seller's Description:
This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 0803993390.
