India and South Asia

South Asia has become a centre of attention on the world stage with the U.S military involvement in Afghanistan since 9/11, the ongoing concern over Islamic fundamentalism in Pakistan, and India's emergence as a regional economic power. In addition, the macroeconomic issues affecting South Asia - effects of national debt, fiscal deficits, capital flow, international trade, globalization, governance, and militarization - continue to prevent the region from achieving sustainable development.Incorporating the most current information to hand, the expert international contributors to this handbook examine the economies and geopolitical developments of India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan. With Cutting edge analysis and rich comparative data, this is an essential reference for students, researchers, and practitioners.