Utsav Kumar Singh, Regional Dimensions of Human Development in India and South Africa Through Sustainable Development Goals, Springer Publication, 2024, 221 pg, ISBN 978-981-97-5845-6.

Abstract

This book review examines Regional Dimensions of Human Development in India and South Africa Through Sustainable Development Goals by Utsav Kumar Singh. The book explores the relationship between human development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a comparative analysis of India and South Africa, highlighting regional disparities, policy challenges, and development pathways. Drawing on empirical evidence and the capability approach advocated by Amartya Sen, the author emphasizes the importance of balancing economic growth with social development. The review discusses the book’s key arguments, contributions, and limitations, while underscoring its relevance for researchers, policymakers, and scholars engaged in development studies and public policy.