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Science, technology and development in India / Rajeswari S Raina encountering values

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: Orent Blackswan c2015 New DelhiEdition: 1st edDescription: xvi, 294 p. 22 cmISBN:
  • 9788125058557
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 303.4830954 RAJ
Summary: there are multiple development problems in India that demand s& T solutions. Sound Science is crucial for development policy formulation. Though many debates on technologies and development outcomes assume they are value-neutral, the stamp; T and development policy realms and the dynamic historically-conditioned interface between them are value-laden and normative. This book argues that to ensure ethical development outcomes, it is important to acknowledge these values and enable public engagement and dialogues to get them right.
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Reference Reference Anna Centenary Library 3RD FLOOR, B WING 303.4830954 RAJ (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Not for loan 684915
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there are multiple development problems in India that demand s& T solutions. Sound Science is crucial for development policy formulation. Though many debates on technologies and development outcomes assume they are value-neutral, the stamp; T and development policy realms and the dynamic historically-conditioned interface between them are value-laden and normative. This book argues that to ensure ethical development outcomes, it is important to acknowledge these values and enable public engagement and dialogues to get them right.

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