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The Indian Political Economy Association is a Society registered under the Societies Registration Act. A number of
social scientists from many Universities, Research Institutes and Colleges, Journalists
and Public-men, after a long process of deliberations, decided to set up this Association.
The Association came into formal existence in October 1989.
It was felt that there is a need for an
organization which brings together people who are trying to understand the social
processes in their organic unity without excessive influence of the individual discipline
they are formally trained in. This is because in real life the issues and problems
respect no such artificial boundaries as have come up partly for pedagogic reasons
and partly under the impact of the forces governing non-material production.
Especially in a country like India which is facing such immense challenges, the
social scientists can hope to respond to the challenges only through a comprehensive
understanding of social processes and collective efforts.
We are aware that there are a number of academic associations which are doing very useful work in their respective areas. However, it was felt that it is essential to rise above the narrow boundaries and attempt to evolve an integrated understanding in a historical context. Read More...
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