Regional Economic Diversity

Balanced Regional Development has been one of the stated objectives of development strategy in India since the 1950s. Development experience has shown that there are inter-state differences in levels as well as the rate of growth of economic activities. This book looks at these differences through sectoral diversity, regional value added and skills at not only the State but also a sub-state, viz., NSS region level. The analysis directs to the need for promoting
aspirational regions approach to achieve all round development in the country.