| ID | 022620 |
| Title Proper | Causes and consequences of India's It boom |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Kapur, Devesh |
| Publication | April 2002. |
| Description | 91-110 |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | How did India achieve prominence and global competitiveness informational technologies (IT) when its record in other technology sectors has been lackluster? Conventional arguments emphasizing comparative advantage, export-led growth and the absence of state intervention, while important, have limited explanatory power. State policies, in particular, investments in higher education and public R&D institutions, a historical compromise on the English language, regulatory polices all played a role. In addition, the article emphasizes the positive network and reputational effects of the Indian diaspora (especially in Silicon Valley) to the development of the sector. It concludes by examining the broader consequences of this sector's success for India. An important direct effect is the likely emergence of India as a significant player in tradable services. However, the indirect effects such as legitimizing capitalism, spurring competition among Indian states, and giving the country a greater measure of self-confidence, may be more important. |
| `In' analytical Note | India Review Vol: 1 No 2, April 2002 91-110 |
| Journal Source | India Review Vol: 1 No 2 |
| Key Words | Information Technology ; India ; India-Information Technology ; Economy-India |