Social and economic impact of sezs in india:

This book provides a comprehensive review of the evolution and performance of SEZs from a historical and comparative perspective by tracing the experiences of SEZs in 23 developing countries, including Korea, Taiwan, and China. Using a framework that integrates the basic tenets of the industrial cluster approach with existing theories, it proposes a set of evaluation criteria for SEZs. Analysing quantitative data provided by the Ministry of Commerce and qualitative evidence based on field surveys conducted during 2004-9, the book assesses the economic contribution in the pre- and post-SEZ Act periods in India. Exploring the impact of SEZs on employment, trade, foreign exchange earnings, government revenue, and technology transfers, it also examines evidence of social effects vis-à-vis land acquisition, human development, regional inequities, and environmental protection. Discussing the impact of internal dynamics and external forces on future prospects of SEZs, it offers constructive suggestions to make policy investor-friendly and successful.

List of Tables and Figures. Acknowledgements. 1. Introduction. 2. Understanding SEZs: A Historical Perspective. 3. SEZs: A Global Perspective. 4. Evolution of SEZ Policy in India. 5. Theoretical Perspectives: Towards a Better Understanding of SEZ Impact. 6. Strategizing of SEZs: Experience of China vis-a-vis Taiwan and South Korea. 7. Economic impact of SEZs: A Quantitative Assessment. 8. Economic Impact of SEZs: A Qualitative Analysis. 9. Impact of SEZs on Human Development: Empirical Evidence and Issues,. 10. Social Effects of SEZs: Emerging Issues. 11. Concluding Remarks and Future Prospects. References. Index.

Aradhna Aggarwal is Associate Professor, Department of Business Economics, University of Delhi. She is also Visiting Professor, Research Institution of Economics and Business Administration, University of Kobe.