The third eye of governance : rise of populism, decline in social research

This important and closely argued book contends that research is a unique'third eye of governance'-it brings otherwise invisible facts and groundrealities to light, thus enabling effective and humane public policies. However,there has been a steady decline in social research with the rise of populism inIndian politics, and disregard for transparency and accountability. The authorshows how data, statistics, analysis and research have become politicallysensitive and contentious. He argues that if the impressive recent mantrasabout development and progress are also backed by applied social research,India can reach new heights in democracy, development and governance.