This book offers a timely and compelling rethinking of development in an age marked by inequality, ecological stress, and social fragmentation. Moving beyond narrow, growth-centred models, it presents a humane and holistic vision rooted in dignity, inclusion, and sustainability. Drawing inspiration from Asian philosophical traditions that emphasise interconnectedness, moderation, and stewardship, the book reframes development as a moral and social project rather than a purely economic exercise.
At its heart lies the argument that inclusive development is both an ethical imperative and a practical necessity. Economic expansion alone cannot address entrenched exclusions; meaningful progress requires integrating people into social, economic, and institutional networks that enable participation and opportunity. Combining conceptual clarity with real-world case studies, the book bridges theory and practice while engaging critically with globalisation, governance, gender, and environmental concerns. Accessible yet rigorous, it is essential reading for students, scholars, and practitioners seeking more just and sustainable pathways to development.
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Moin Qazi
Moin Qazi is an author and development practitioner whose work spans over four decades at the intersection of economics, social policy, and grassroots transformation. Trained in both Economics and English, he brings an interdisciplinary perspective to issues of inequality, inclusion, and social change. He spent more than thirty years with the State Bank of India, where he worked extensively on microfinance, financial inclusion, and development communication, and served as editor of the Bank’s nationally award-winning house magazine.
Qazi has collaborated with a wide range of national and international institutions, including the International Fund for Agricultural Development, NITI Aayog, the Gates Foundation, and the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, and was a Fellow at the University of Manchester. He is the author of several books and numerous essays on development, ethics, and social justice.
