Table of Contents: “…Building a democratic nation -- The emergence of national coalitions -- The tensions of federalism -- A role in world affairs -- The argument of power: atom bombs and rockets -- Liberalizing a Hidebound Economy -- Sick Mills and strong powerlooms -- Diamonds, garments and software -- The quest for supercomputers -- Agriculture: crisis or promise? -- The giant's shackles: water, energy and infrastructure -- Caste in a changing society -- The boon of a demographic dividend -- The demand for education -- The new middle class: consumers and savers -- The persistence of poverty -- The splendour of the media -- A dynamic diaspora.…”