First it is significant to note that development economics is a branch of economics, which deals with economic aspects of the development process in low-income countries. Its focus is not only on methods of promoting economic growth and structural change but also on improving the potential for the mass of the population, for example, through health and education and workplace conditions, whether through public or private channels.

Economic development and planning are important branches of economic studies. This book compiles highly useful and informative readings on the theme. Students, researchers and teachers of economics and political economy besides policy planners will find this of utmost use. This will be equally useful to aspirants appearing for various competitive examinations.