Includes bibliographical references (p. 365-393) and index.

The growth of India's economy is one of the great business stories of the past decade. Gurcharan Das, a prominent Indian columnist and former CEO of Procter & Gamble India, offers a fascinating history of India's economic past and a vision of its future.

Das shows how India's policies after independence in 1947 condemned the nation to a hobbled economy and widespread poverty. In 1991, however, the government instituted sweeping reforms that have made the nation one of the most vibrant markets in the world. Weaving memoir with history, anecdotes with biographies and theories, Das offers readers a singular look at how India has risen to become a leading player on the international stage. This book is a must for all concerned with the global economy.