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Geopolitics, Democracy and Peace in the 21st Century

This book examines a wide range of issues that are expected to play a dominant role in shaping the 21st century. Delineating key concerns in geopolitics, democracy and peace, it studies the functions and influences of educational institutions, progressive religious and social groups; communities, international institutions, such as the United Nations (UN); and forums promoting inter-faith dialogue. The author underscores how the century may be forged by a pluralist ethos: multiple and diverse nation states, centres of power, faiths, cultures, economies and languages. He stresses the need to nurture moral strength and enlightened leadership for a life of compassion, peace and holistic development.

In his second edition, the author further examines what the future holds for democracy. The volume takes stock of the recent developments in world politics and highlights the urgent need for the Bahudha approach inculcating a culture of dialogue and debate for peaceful resolution of conflicts. Lucid and engaging, this book will interest scholars and researchers of political studies, international relations, public policy, governance and development studies.

Balmiki Prasad Singh is former Governor of Sikkim, India. Earlier, he was Culture Secretary and Home Secretary, Government of India and Executive Director and Ambassador at the World Bank, Washington, D.C. He received his education at the Universities of Patna and Oxford and has been the recipient of several awards and fellowships and delivered lectures at national and global congregations. He has been Additional Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India, Asias Representative on Ramsar Convention, a founder member of the Development Gateway Foundation and Member, Global Environment Facility, Washington, D.C. He has held various honorary academic and governmental assignments as Chancellor, Central University of Tibetan Studies, Sarnath; Chief Editor of book series Perspectives on Economics, Technology and Governance; President, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology; Chancellor, Sikkim Manipal University; and Mahatma Gandhi National Fellow. He is the author of many books, including The Problem of Change: A Study of North-East India (1987); Indias Culture: The State, the Arts and Beyond (1998); and Bahudh and the Post-9/11 World (2008).

[This book] explores the importance of pluralism, science and spirituality, democracy, good governance and ecology As a distinguished scholar, thinker and public servant the author is well-known for advocating a more harmonious world Readers will find [this work] stimulating and inspir[ing].

His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Nobel Peace Laureate

The author quite correctly says that the future of peace and harmony in the 21st century would be directly linked to (i) ecology, global warming and climate change; (ii) nuclear weapons, emerging technology of warfare and continuing arms race among nation-states; (iii) geopolitics and nationalism; (iv) religious extremism; and (v) poverty and inequality It is a timely book. It is a book that offers hope. It is a book that should trigger a thought process towards a better world. I once again compliment the author, Mr B.P. Singh and hope that his writings will inspire more Indians to look back at the rich heritage, draw inspiration and move forward.

Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu,Honourable Vice President India, on releasing the book The 21st Century: Geo-politics, Democracy and Peace

A major contribution to understanding the most urgent geopolitical issues of our time. Singhs creative analysis challenges conventional wisdom and also provides a fascinating roadmap for the global future. Both scholars and general readers will find this a stimulating work full of new perspectives and original insights. Essential reading for those concerned with the human prospect.

Ranil Wickremesinghe, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka

A timely book that attracts our attention to the problems of the 21st century. This bold re-thinking as well as careful new thinking around the unresolved question how do we live with peace and harmony charts a road to transformation [This book] should be on the shelf of everyone hoping to play a role.

Ela R. Bhatt, Founder, Self-Employed Womens Association (SEWA) and a Gandhian activist

Represents a valuable set of insights into the current dilemmas.

Karan Singh, Member of Parliament, India

A much-needed book by an eminent administrator and scholar which suggests a way between the two extremes that threaten our world, fundamentalism and nihilism.

Sir Mark Tully, author and former Bureau Chief of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

The 21st Century ignites the mind of its readers. It deals with major issues like ecology and climate change; ideas and innovations; unemployment and empowerment of women; globalisation and free trade; science, spirituality and education; the future of peace and harmony and the need for Bahudha approach; of democracy and good governance; of international political architecture; role of individuals and institutions for betterment of society and more. This brilliant book has been conceived in a global environment that has clear traits of Indias civilizational and democratic experience. It is a good read and B.P. Singh, the author, emerges as a global thinker of issues and challenges facing the 21st century.

Ved Marwah,Former Governor and Distinguished Fellow, Centre for Policy Research, New Delhi, for Indian Journal of Public Administration

Geopolitics, Democracy and Peace in the 21st Century

Second Edition

Balmiki Prasad Singh

Second edition published 2020
by Routledge
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2020 Balmiki Prasad Singh

The right of Balmiki Prasad Singh to be identified as author of this work has been asserted by him in accordance with sections 77 and 78 of the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988.

All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reprinted or reproduced or utilised in any form or by any electronic, mechanical, or other means, now known or hereafter invented, including photocopying and recording, or in any information storage or retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publishers.

The views and opinions expressed in this volume are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Publishers.

Trademark notice: Product or corporate names may be trademarks or registered trademarks, and are used only for identification and explanation without intent to infringe.

First edition published by Routledge 2017

British Library Cataloguing-in-Publication Data
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ISBN: 978-0-367-14686-3 (hbk)
ISBN: 978-0-429-35687-2 (ebk)

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In fond remembrance of
my wife Karuna.
And to our children and grandchildren
who I hope shall live and work in a
peaceful world.

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