India's Glorious Freedom Struggle and the Post -Independence Era

Author: Mohan DhariaPublisher: National Book TrustYear: 2011Language: EnglishPages: 112ISBN/UPC (if available): 9788123758428 DescriptionIntended as a kind of guide, this short and inspiring book acquaints us with the history of India, the rich cultural heritage, the long and glorious struggle for freedom, the challenges it faced as a new nation, the constitution, the five-year plans and its spectacular progress and growth as one of the rising powers in the world today. It also argues for the active involvement of the people in the country’s development process, and puts forward in details a national code of conduct and a national programme of action.ContentsForeword Preface 1. Us Indians and India2. India’s rich cultural heritage 3. The long struggle for independence 4. Gradual reforms prior to independence 5. The growing pains of the first Indian government 6. The constitution of Indian 7. Planned economy and 11 five year plans 8. Spectacular achievements since independence 9. Disill