South Asia 2009

Now in its sixth edition South Asia 2009 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region. Exhaustively researched by Europas experienced editorial team this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures South Asia 2009 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region. The book is divided into three sections:General Survey:containing introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance including security and religion. Essays include: Globalization and Human Development in South Asia; Corruption and Governance in South Asia; Current Security Issues in South Asia; Forced Migration in South Asia; India as a Superpower; Gender Issues in South Asia; the Religions of South Asia; and Population and Environmental Issues in South Asia.Country Surveys:detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan Bangladesh Bhutan India The Maldives Nepal Pakistan and Sri Lankaup-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area agriculture industry trade transport communications media and educationa directory section of essential contact names postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses.Regional Information:a biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian regiondirectory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography.