Social Science Research in India: Status, Issues, and Policies
Sukhadeo Thorat and Samar Verma
Abstract
Social science research (SSR) has a vital role in enriching societies, by generating scientific knowledge that brings insights—even enlightenment—in understanding the dynamics of human behaviour and development. For social sciences to realize their potential in shaping public policy, it is imperative that the research ecosystem is dynamic and vibrant; the institutions governing it are robust and effective; and those producing quality research are strong and well governed. This volume elaborates on various dimensions of SSR in India, presenting a strong case for designing a comprehensive nation ... More
Social science research (SSR) has a vital role in enriching societies, by generating scientific knowledge that brings insights—even enlightenment—in understanding the dynamics of human behaviour and development. For social sciences to realize their potential in shaping public policy, it is imperative that the research ecosystem is dynamic and vibrant; the institutions governing it are robust and effective; and those producing quality research are strong and well governed. This volume elaborates on various dimensions of SSR in India, presenting a strong case for designing a comprehensive national social science policy which can meaningfully strengthen and promote a research ecosystem for improved public policymaking in the country. Addressing issues like lack of funding, availability of data, infrastructure, and quality of research output, it will serve as a national benchmark and reference database for social sciences in India.
Keywords:
social science research,
Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR),
International Development Research Centre (IDRC),
research infrastructure,
research journal,
collaboration,
funding,
policy,
research quality,
public policy,
Think Tank Initiative,
policy impact
Bibliographic Information
| Print publication date: 2017 |
Print ISBN-13: 9780199474417 |
| Published to Oxford Scholarship Online: May 2017 |
DOI:10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199474417.001.0001 |
Authors
Affiliations are at time of print publication.
Sukhadeo Thorat, editor
Chairman, Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)
Samar Verma, editor
Senior Program Specialist, International Development Research Center (IDRC), Canada
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