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Vision
For Nepal Based
on proceedings of a seminar, the book compiles a broad policy vision for Nepal By KESHAB
POUDEL Nepal does not
lack intellectuals who sincerely want to do something for the nation but the
implementation of their views is always a matter of concern. Hundreds of books have already been written on issues such as economic
liberalization, good governance and other policies but only a few of such recommendations
have been put into practice in the past. The intellectuals began to seriously delve into matters like Nepal's role and
status beyond 2000 AD about two years ago. With an initiative from Institute for
Integrated Development Studies (IIDS), a national conference was organized recently to
discuss the policy matters on various issues. Some of the papers presented at the seminar
are highly relevant but nobody seems to have time to put them to good use. The book consists of discussions and comments by almost all well-known
economists, former bureaucrats and intellectuals. From macro to the micro economic
policies and financial sector reforms, the book covers all spheres of the national
economy. "Social policies and economic success beyond 2000" discusses the
role of non governmental organization in the areas of economic development. The paper on
Good Governance in Nepal: Issues and Remedies also highlights the weakness and strength of
various aspects of governance. In the context of globalization, it is impossible for Nepal to develop its
infrastructures without entering into the regional market. In the paper, regional
cooperation and integration in South Asian countries, among others, discusses various
aspects about it. The papers by Prithvi Raj Ligal, Roop Jyoti, Dr. Shankar Prasad Sharma, Dr.
Bal Gopal Baidya, Kul Shekhar Sharma, Professor Shridhar K. Khatri present very
interesting read on various issues regarding the economic, social and governance issues. Comments by Dr. Harka Gurung, Dr. Meena Acharya, Padma Jyoti, Dr. Diwakar
Chand, Dr. Yuva Raj Khatiwada and Dr. Pushkar Bajracharya further elaborated the issues. One of the important part of the book is that it points out the difficulties
before Nepal's development planning. At a time when country's major political parties are
still in dilemma over the economic reforms, the articles presented in the book could help
them find out what is right and what is wrong. "The book will help facilitate to
create a basis for the major political parties to give serious thoughts to economic and
social development issues the country is facing today," said Dr. Mohan Man
Sainju, Executive Chairman of IIDS. As Nepal needs to analyze its past experiences to set the tune for future,
the proceedings assess all kinds of challenges and constraints of Nepalese economic and
social development. There is a stark need for systematic analysis and examination of problems to
formulate economic and social policies for the country. Nepal
Beyond 2000: On
Governance A
new publication brings out the importance of good governance Good governance
is one of the important aspects to achieve success in different activities including the
economic growth. The concept of good governance is more highlighted in a democratic
environment where not only the government but also various civil society organizations are
active in fulfilling the people's aspirations. The book includes articles from different personalities including politicians
and members of parliament. The articles by former Minister Shri Bhadra Sharma and MP
Hridayesh Tripathi and Pari Thapa discuss roles of different organizations. Likewise, Som Bahadur Thapa deals on the role of Public Accounts Committee in
controlling misuse of government account and Ram Mani Dubadi highlights need of a reform
in department of Value Added Tax. Published
by: Himalaya Publishing Cooperative Limited |
Send your feedback to the
editor: spotligh@mos.com.np |
