
The Selected Works of Jawaharlal Nehru has established its position as the single most important, authoritative, and reliable source on Nehru's life, work, and thought. It is indispensable to the scholar, fascinating to the layperson, and at times something of a primer in politics, democracy, and world affairs, as Nehru intended his periodic letters to his chief ministers to be. It provides a panorama of home and the world as seen from the centre of power in India by an acutely sensitive observer and skilful player. Given the literary talent, creative urge, and singular position of the author, it is a continuous source of pleasure, sometimes of amusement, and always of enlightenment.
This volume documents the political and administrative activities of Jawaharlal Nehru during a critical three-month window in 1963, serving as a primary record of his governance. Editor Madhavan K. Palat compiles official correspondence, speeches, and internal memoranda to provide a granular view of Nehru's decision-making process. The work functions as a historical archive, capturing the Prime Minister's perspective on domestic policy and international relations during a period of significant geopolitical tension for India.
What You Will Find
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Scholars and historians regard this series as the definitive repository for primary source material concerning Nehru's tenure. The text is noted for its high academic density, providing researchers with an unfiltered look at the administrative mechanics of post-independence India.
Page Count:
910
Publication Date:
2020-03-03
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190123257
ISBN-13:
9780190123253
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