This book deals with an emerging area of Sociology of Science in India. There is a reciprocal relationship between science and society. However, social scientists have paid asymmetrical attention to this relationship i.e. the impact of science on society has been dealt by many but the impact of society on science by very few scholars. This book has explored the impact of society on the public institutions of science from a sociological perspective. In our day to day life, we are using many scientific concepts and products but are very little aware about the people whose hard labour and perceptive mind have made all those things possible for us. This book provides a fascinating reading for understanding internal structure of science, community life of scientists and their cultural orientation. The norms, values and expectations that are guiding the research patterns of scientists and their inter-personal relationship have been focused in detail. The distinction and difference of scientists, as a community, from the general public and the way they articulate and respond towards the problems and prospects of their country have been examined from the social science perspectives. The impact of globalisation and marketisation on the process of knowledge production has also been explored empirically. This book would be a useful reference guide for students, researchers and administrators involved in the study of history and sociology of science and technology and management of R&D organizations.

The Zomis, formerly known as the Chin-Kuki-Mizo groups are found in the different states of India such as Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Assam and Meghalaya. Apart from India they are mostly found in Myanmar and Bangladesh. The volume refers this group of people under the ZOMI nomenclature. The book examines the traditional political institutions of the Zomis and their functioning. Thus it examines the origin of chieftainship, its powers and functions. It also examines the limitations imposed by the state government through legislations on the power of the village chiefs which has created many problems relating to proper administration of the village, maintenance and utilization of the village resources. The book analyses growth of modern political institutions with the setting up of the Hill Areas Committee, the District Councils and the introduction of democratic elements in the village administration. It further analyses tribal political participation in the different democratic institutions through elections and nominations. It shows the rising trend of the political participation of the tribal in the decision making process of the state. Besides, the volume makes an analytical study of the economic development of the Zomis thereby reflecting the stages of change from backward economy to a forward one. Based mainly on primary sources, this fully documented volume will be of immense help for planners and decision makers so far as tribal development is concerned. The book will be of absorbing interest to scholars and general readers alike.

Corruption is considered as number one problem of India and is termed as anti-national, anti economic development and anti corruption is well taken. The present book acquaints us and projects the various aspects of corruption. Besides the theoretical aspects of corruption as well defined by no less than Sri N. Vittal, Central Vigilance Commissioner, Govt. of India, New Delhi, the author has described many case studies based on actual cases undertaken by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), where he served for number of years before retiring as Supdt. Of Police. The modes of corruption are unique as mentioned in chapter after chapter as detected, prosecuted and ended in conviction. These concern to different departments including, film land, Indian Oil Corporation, Coal India Ltd., Military Dairy Farm, Electricity Deptt., spurious publications and profile of CBI and Interpol etc. It shall prove an eye opener to one and all.

The book covers a wide spectrum of issues relating to policing and checking of crime in the country. This book also covers emerging dimensions like White Collar Crime, Crime against Women and also Human Rights issues. Each chapter take one specific aspect of policing in 21st century and analyses at length the relevant issue. Vigilance in 21st Century has a vital role to play. Sri N. -Vittal, C.V.C. has penned about mending broken windows concept of 21st century. The author has made efforts to take stock of the situation and to find out the role of the Indian Police and Vigilance in the 21st Century as well as road to success. Sri N. Vittal, CVC has opined that besides all police officers, the Book is equally useful to every citizen who is concerned with the quality of governance and zero-tolerance of corruption in public administration in our country. It will be of immense use to one and all.