Title: South Asia 2010, 7th Edition Author: Europa Publications ISBN: 1857435346 / 9781857435344 Format: Hard Cover Pages: 808 Publisher: Routledge Year: 2009 Availability: 45-60 days
Description
Now in its seventh edition, South Asia 2010 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region. Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2010 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region.
The book is divided into three sections:
General Survey
Containing introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance including security and religion. Essays include: Globalization and Human Development in South Asia; Corruption and Governance in South Asia; Current Security Issues in South Asia; Forced Migration in South Asia; India as a Superpower; Gender Issues in South Asia; the Religions of South Asia; The Rise of Islamic Extremism in South Asia and Population and Environmental Issues in South Asia.
Country Surveys
Detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, The Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka
Up-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area, agriculture, industry, trade, transport, communications, media and education
A directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses
Regional Information
A biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region
Directory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography