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A career civil servant, Robin Gupta has had the unique distinction of serving in four Indian provincesBengal, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and Punjabapart from a long period of deputation with the Central Government. He has travelled far and wide across the country and the world and, with an active role in Indias governance and politics, he has observed it grow and change over the last four decades. In turn philosophical, sensitive and laced with gentle humour, this is a book that provides the reader with a window into that evolution of India, and the part played by civil servants in its advancement.
From attending lavish parties at exclusive clubs, to working in isolation in farfl ung, impoverished corners of India; from dealing with the complexities of bureaucracy, to his contributions to policy-making and development; from encountering both brilliance and apathy in men and women, to the satisfaction of being able to help ones fellow citizensRobin Gupta documents his experiences with candour, warmth and a deep appreciation of the absurdities of the human condition. Lucid and poignant, And What Remains in the End is not only an account of a rich life but also a portrait of a country in motion and a testament to those who dedicated their lives to serving their nation.
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A lucid yet sensitive narrative from a civil servant, this is an important book that showcases the way India has changed over the last four decades
With insights into governance, administration and politics in India, resulting from the authors fi rst-hand experiences, this book will appeal to readers interested in current aff airs, democracy, governance and the Indian State.
Th e book will also be of interest to readers of general non-fi ction, biographies and autobiographies, as well as people who currently work in the civil services.
ISBN - 9788129123732
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Pages : 304
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