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Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2020 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:- essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation- up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators - a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information- detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia - information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region- a survey of the major commodities of South Asia- bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.Additional features- biographical profiles of almost 300 prominent individuals in the region.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2021 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:- essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation- up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators - a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information- detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia - information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region- a survey of the major commodities of South Asia- bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.Additional features- biographical profiles of almost 300 prominent individuals in the region.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2022 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:- essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation- up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators - a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information- detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia - information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region- a survey of the major commodities of South Asia- bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.Additional features- biographical profiles of almost 300 prominent individuals in the region.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2023 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:- essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation- up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators - a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information- detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia - information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region- a survey of the major commodities of South Asia- bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.Additional features- biographical profiles of almost 300 prominent individuals in the region.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2024 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region.General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:- essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation- up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators- a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India.Regional Information- detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia- information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region- a survey of the major commodities of South Asia- bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.Additional features- biographical profiles of around 270 prominent individuals in the region.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2024 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region.General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:- essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation- up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators- a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India.Regional Information- detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia- information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region- a survey of the major commodities of South Asia- bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.Additional features- biographical profiles of around 270 prominent individuals in the region.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2026 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. General Survey Essays by specialists examine issues of regional importance. Country Surveys Individual chapters on each country, containing: - essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation - up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators - a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions. In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information - detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia - information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region - a survey of the major commodities of South Asia - bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals. Additional features - biographical profiles of around 270 prominent individuals in the region.

The latest addition to Europa's highly praised and valued Regional Surveys of the Worldseries, South Asia 2004 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region.Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2004 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region. The book is divided into three sections:A General Survey* This contains introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance including security and religion. Essays include: Globalization and Human Development Issues in South Asia - C. Rammanohar Reddy, Deputy Editor, The Hindu, Chennai, India; Corruption and the Challenges to Good Governance in South Asia - Mushtaq Khan, Senior Lecturer, Department of Economics, School of Oriental and African Studies, London, United Kingdom; Environmental Issues in South Asia - Gouranga Dasvarma, Senior Lecturer and Director, Graduate Program in Population and Human Resources and Master of Environmental Management Program, School of Geography, Population and Environmental Management, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia; Current Security Issues - Rohan Gunaratna, Associate Professor, Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies, Nanyang Technical University, Singapore; Religions in South Asia - Geoffrey Parrinder, Emeritus Professor of the Comparative Study of Religions, University of London, United Kingdom.Country Surveys* Detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, The Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka* Up-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area, agriculture, industry, trade, transport, communications, media and education* A directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses.Regional Information* A biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region* Directory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography.

The latest addition to Europa's highly praised and valued Regional Surveys of the Worldseries, South Asia 2005 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region.Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2005 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region. The book is divided into three sections:A General Survey* This contains introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance including security and religion. Essays include: Globalization and Human Development Issues in South Asia - C. Rammanohar Reddy, Deputy Editor, The Hindu, Chennai, India; Corruption and the Challenges to Good Governance in South Asia - Mushtaq Khan, Senior Lecturer, Department of Economics, School of Oriental and African Studies, London, United Kingdom; Environmental Issues in South Asia - Gouranga Dasvarma, Senior Lecturer and Director, Graduate Program in Population and Human Resources and Master of Environmental Management Program, School of Geography, Population and Environmental Management, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia; Current Security Issues - Rohan Gunaratna, Associate Professor, Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies, Nanyang Technical University, Singapore; Religions in South Asia - Geoffrey Parrinder, Emeritus Professor of the Comparative Study of Religions, University of London, United Kingdom.Country Surveys* Detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, The Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka* Up-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area, agriculture, industry, trade, transport, communications, media and education* A directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses.Regional Information* A biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region* Directory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography.

Now in its third edition, South Asia 2006 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region.Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2006 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region. The book is divided into three sections:A General Survey:* This contains introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance including security and religion. Essays include: Globalization and Human Development Issues in South Asia - C. Rammanohar Reddy, Deputy Editor, The Hindu, Chennai, India; Corruption and the Challenges to Good Governance in South Asia - Mushtaq Khan, Senior Lecturer, Department of Economics, School of Oriental and African Studies, London, United Kingdom; Environmental Issues in South Asia - Gouranga Dasvarma, Senior Lecturer and Director, Graduate Program in Population and Human Resources and Master of Environmental Management Program, School of Geography, Population and Environmental Management, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia; Current Security Issues - Rohan Gunaratna, Associate Professor, Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies, Nanyang Technical University, Singapore; Religions in South Asia - Geoffrey Parrinder, Emeritus Professor of the Comparative Study of Religions, University of London, United Kingdom.Country Surveys:* Detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, The Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka* Up-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area, agriculture, industry, trade, transport, communications, media and education* A directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses.Regional Information:* A biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region* Directory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography.

Now in its fourth edition, South Asia 2007 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region.Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2007 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region. The book is divided into three sections:General Survey:* This contains introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance including security and religion. Essays topics include: Globalizations issues in South Asia; Corruption; Environmental issues; Security in the region and Religions in South AsiaCountry Surveys:* Detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, The Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka* Up-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area, agriculture, industry, trade, transport, communications, media and education* A directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses.Regional Information:* A biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region* Directory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography.

Now in its fifth edition, South Asia 2008 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region. Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2008 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region. The book is divided into three sections:General Survey:this contains introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance including security and religion. Essays include: Globalization and Human Development in South Asia; Corruption and Governance in South Asia; Current Security Issues in South Asia; Forced Migration in South Asia; Gender Issues in South Asia; the Religions of South Asia; and Population and Environmental Issues in South Asia. Country Surveys:detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, The Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lankaup-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area, agriculture, industry, trade, transport, communications, media and educationa directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses.Regional Information:a biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian regiondirectory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography.

Now in its sixth edition, South Asia 2009 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region. Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2009 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region. The book is divided into three sections:General Survey: containing introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance including security and religion. Essays include: Globalization and Human Development in South Asia; Corruption and Governance in South Asia; Current Security Issues in South Asia; Forced Migration in South Asia; India as a Superpower; Gender Issues in South Asia; the Religions of South Asia; and Population and Environmental Issues in South Asia. Country Surveys: detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, The Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka up-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area, agriculture, industry, trade, transport, communications, media and education a directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses. Regional Information: a biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region directory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography.

Now in its seventh edition, South Asia 2010 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region. Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2010 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region. The book is divided into three sections:General Survey containing introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance including security and religion. Essays include: Globalization and Human Development in South Asia; Corruption and Governance in South Asia; Current Security Issues in South Asia; Forced Migration in South Asia; India as a Superpower; Gender Issues in South Asia; the Religions of South Asia; The Rise of Islamic Extremism in South Asia and Population and Environmental Issues in South Asia. Country Surveys detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, The Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka up-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area, agriculture, industry, trade, transport, communications, media and education a directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses. Regional Information a biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region directory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography.

South Asia 2011 provides an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of the region. Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2011 provides a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region.The book is divided into three sections:General Survey containing introductory essays by key specialists providing impartial coverage of issues of regional importance. Essays include: The USA's AfPak Strategies; Globalization and Human Development in South Asia; Corruption and Governance in South Asia; Current Security Issues in South Asia; Forced Migration in South Asia; India as an Emerging Superpower; Gender Issues in South Asia; the Religions of South Asia; The Rise of Islamist Extremism in South Asia; and Population and Environmental Issues in South Asia. Country Surveys detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India (including extensive information on each Indian state and territory), the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka up-to-date statistical surveys, including the latest available figures on area and population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications and media, and education a comprehensive directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses covering key areas such as the government, political organizations, diplomatic representation, the judiciary, religion, the media, finance, trade and industry, tourism, defence and education. Regional Information a biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region directory details of research institutes studying the area and a select books and periodicals bibliography.

South Asia 2012 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. Exhaustively researched by Europa's experienced editorial team, this ninth edition of the title includes a vast range of up-to-date economic, socio-political and statistical data. Combining impartial analysis with facts and figures, South Asia 2012 gives a unique overall perspective on this increasingly important region.New Features for 2012:all essays and chapters fully revised and updated for this edition, with the addition of a brand new essay looking at Islamism as a political force in the region new expert contributors bring a fresh perspective to essays on the recent history of Bangladesh, India and Sri Lanka, and those on the economies of Bhutan and India coverage of recent events in the region, including the phased handover of security responsibility from the International Security Assistance Force to the domestic security forces in Afghanistan, and political developments following recent state elections in India information on new phenomena such as the impact of political and sectarian violence in Pakistan, and the protracted struggle to form a new Government and Constitution in Nepal fully updated statistical information including provisional details of the 2011 census of India. The book is divided into three sections:General Survey introductory essays by key specialists provide impartial coverage of issues of regional importance. Essays include: The USA's AfPak Strategy; Corruption and Governance in South Asia; Current Security Issues in South Asia; Forced Migration in South Asia; India as an Emerging Superpower; the Religions of South Asia; Political Islam in South Asia; and Population and Environmental Issues in South Asia. Country SurveysDetailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Each chapter contains: information on physical and social geography essays covering political history and the economy up-to-date statistical surveys, including the latest available figures on area and population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications and media, and education a comprehensive directory section providing essential contact names, addresses, and e-mail and internet details in key areas such as government, political organizations, diplomatic representation, the judiciary, religion, the media, finance, trade and industry (including major companies), transport, tourism, defence and education. a select bibliography. Regional Information a biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region a survey of the most important industrial and agricultural commodities in the region detailed information on selected regional and international organizations directory details of research institutes studying the area select bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2013 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. New for 2013:a new essay examining the vital issue of Water Politics in the region coverage of recent events in the region, including the phased handover of security responsibility to the domestic security forces in Afghanistan and the turbulent political transformation in the Maldives. General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance, including: The USA's AfPak Strategy; Forced Migration in South Asia; India as an Emerging Superpower; and Political Islam in South Asia. Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each countryup-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators a comprehensive directory providing contact details for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Informationdetailed information on selected organizations, research institutes and prominent individuals active in the regionbibliographies of relevant books and periodicals

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2014 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. New for 2014:a new essay examines the role and influence of China in the South Asia regiondetailed coverage of political developments, with highly significant legislative elections scheduled for 2013 in Bhutan, the Maldives, Pakistan and Nepal, and for early 2014 in Bangladesh.General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance, including:the politics of water, the USA's 'AfPak' strategy, population and environment issues, and political IslamCountry SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nationup-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutionsIn addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Informationdetailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia information on research institutes engaged in the study of the regiona survey of the major commodities of South Asiabibliographies of relevant books and periodicalsAdditional featuresa Calendar of Political Events charts key developments in 2012-13biographical profiles of over 300 prominent individuals in the region

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2015 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. New for 2015:- a new essay examining gender-based inequalities in South Asian development, and a new article on the economy of Nepal- a section dedicated to Telangana, India’s newest state- detailed coverage of political developments following highly significant elections in India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, the Maldives and Nepal.General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance, including:- the USA's 'AfPak' strategy, population and environmental issues, security issues, the politics of water and political Islam.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:- essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation- up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators - a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information- detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia - information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region- a survey of the major commodities of South Asia- bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.Additional features- a Calendar of Political Events charts key developments in 2013-14- biographical profiles of almost 300 prominent individuals in the region.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2016 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance, including:- the USA's 'AfPak' strategy, population and environmental issues, security issues, the politics of water and political Islam.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:- essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation- up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators - a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information- detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia - information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region- a survey of the major commodities of South Asia- bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.Additional features- biographical profiles of almost 300 prominent individuals in the region.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2017 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:- essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation- up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators - a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information- detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia - information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region- a survey of the major commodities of South Asia- bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.Additional features- biographical profiles of almost 300 prominent individuals in the region.

Exhaustively researched and updated, South Asia 2018 is an in-depth library of information on the countries and territories of this vast world region. General SurveyEssays by specialists examine issues of regional importance.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country, containing:- essays on the geography, recent history and economy of each nation- up-to-date statistical surveys of economic and social indicators - a comprehensive directory providing contact details and other useful information for the most significant political and commercial institutions.In addition, there are separate sections covering each of the states and territories of India. Regional Information- detailed coverage of international organizations and their recent activities in South Asia - information on research institutes engaged in the study of the region- a survey of the major commodities of South Asia- bibliographies of relevant books and periodicals.Additional features- biographical profiles of almost 300 prominent individuals in the region.