? PUBLIC POLICY AND ANALYSIS IN INDIA

As per FYUGP (NEP) Syllabus
B.A. 6th Semester Political Science (Major)
(Dibrugarh University & Other Indian Universities / Autonomous Colleges)

✍ Author: Haridwar Shukla
M.A., LL.B., Ph.D.
Rtd. Professor & Ex-Head, P.G. Department of Political Science, Patna University
Ex-Director, Institute of Public Administration, Patna University

? Publisher: MAHAVEER PUBLICATIONS

? About the Book

Public Policy and Analysis in India is a comprehensive and syllabus-oriented textbook specially designed according to the FYUGP (NEP) B.A. 6th Semester Political Science (Major) curriculum prescribed by Dibrugarh University and followed by other Indian universities and autonomous colleges.

Written by an eminent scholar and experienced academician, Prof. Haridwar Shukla, the book provides a systematic, analytical, and contemporary understanding of public policy in India. It combines theoretical foundations with institutional roles, policy implementation processes, and recent developments in Indian public policy.

This book is ideal for university examinations, academic reference, and competitive preparation related to public administration and governance.

? Key Highlights

✔ Strictly based on FYUGP (NEP) syllabus
✔ Clear explanation of concepts, theories, and models
✔ Chapter-wise structured presentation
✔ Emphasis on Indian policy framework
✔ Coverage of policy implementation and evaluation
✔ Discussion on policy research institutions and think tanks
✔ Includes probable questions for examination preparation

? Detailed Contents

? Chapter 1: Understanding Public Policy

• Meaning, Nature, Scope and Characteristics

• Evolution of Public Policy as a Discipline

• Approaches and Models for Policy Analysis

• Probable Questions

? Chapter 2: Public Policy Management and Role of Institutions

• Making of Public Policy

• Role of Legislature, Executive and Judiciary

• Role of Bureaucracy

• Role of Pressure Groups and Political Parties

• Role of Media and Civil Society Organisations

• Probable Questions

? Chapter 3: Policy Implementation

• Top-down and Bottom-up Approaches

• Problems of Policy Implementation

• Role of Bureaucracy

• Policy Evaluation and Policy Analysis

• Role of Policy Research Institutions and Think Tanks

• Probable Questions

? Chapter 4: Public Policy Making in India

• Nehruvian Era

• Post-Liberalisation Era

• Probable Questions

? Chapter 5: Public Policy Developments

• People’s Resistance Movements

• Land Policies

• Tribal Policies

• Environmental Policies

• Rural Development Policies

• Probable Questions

? Why This Book?

This book serves as a complete academic guide for understanding how public policies are formulated, implemented, evaluated, and reformed in India. It bridges theory with practical governance and institutional dynamics, making it highly useful for:

• B.A. Political Science (Major) students

• Civil Services aspirants

• NET / SLET candidates

• Students of Public Administration and Governance

? Perfect For

✔ Dibrugarh University Students
✔ Other Indian Universities & Autonomous Colleges
✔ FYUGP (NEP) Political Science Curriculum