The present study of the jute industry demonstrates that no "crisis" exists in the industry such as is alleged by the jute mill-owners and that explanations of the so-called crisis offered by the mill-owners are untenable. It is argued that the industry has gained by exploiting the jute growers...

Based on field investigation in 40 firms, the study outlines the nature of innovative activity in Indian manufacturing industry. The data demonstrate the innovative spirit prevailing in many firms. They respond to competition through technical innovation. (DÜI-Sen)

Kerala's mortality level has been lower than West Bengal's at least since the early 20th century. The difference became sharper in the 1970s. The wider distribution of health facilities in the rural areas of Kerala and their greater utilisation are found to be significant factors. Historically,...

Three broad groups of factors determine the incidence of rural poverty. First, factors like rural wage rates and wage employment which affect mainly the income of rural labour households. This paper deals with third set of factors, agricultural prices and production, which affect the incomes of...