People's movements in the princely states
Y. Vaikuntham
Contributed articles on the political situation and peasant uprisings in princely states of India in 19th and 20th century earlier presented at a seminar.
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Multiparty democracy and political change
by John Mukum Mbaku, Julius O. Ihonvbere (1998)
About this book
Contains a mixture of analytical views on the transition to accountable, and democratic governance structures in Africa. The text looks at the struggles of creating appropriate and viable governance structures and economic systems that maximize the participation of citizens in national development.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreMultiparty democracy and political change Lead Character
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