India Briefing, 1989 is the third in a series of annual assessments of key events and issues in Indian affairs prepared by the Contemporary Affairs Department of The Asia Society. It covers the year's developments in Indian politics, foreign policy, and the economy.

In the mid-1990s, India established an economic reform programme, initiated and sustained by a skilled yet quiet political leadership. This text provides an analysis of India's recent foreign policy, especially towards the United States.

This book aims to bring to readers an understanding of important developments in Indian affairs in 1990. It analyzes the role of resurgent Hinduism in India's political and social order and looks at the economy, foreign relations, law and poverty.

A common theme in the India Briefing series has been India's resilience in the face of turmoil and tragedy. This year's volume demonstrates that India is under greater stress than ever before. In the country's severest test, India's secular foundations were shaken by the storming and destruction of the Barbi mosque in Ayodhya. This act of violence

This book examines India's perception of its international role in relation to post-Cold War global realignment, describes social and literary movements among India's "Untouchables," and reviews the ongoing struggle over Kashmir. It presents comprehensive analyses of politics and the economy.

Presents the contemporary religious crisis in India, providing historical perspective and focusing on the crises in Punjab, Kashmir, and Ayodhya.

India, long known for its huge population, religious conflicts and its status as not-quite best friend ally of the United States has moved from the backwaters of world attention to centre stage. Afghanistan and Pakistan with whom India is in almost conflict, are neighbours. India has developed a nuclear capability which also has a way of grabbing attention. This book discusses current issues and historical background and provides a thorough index important to a better understanding of this diverse country.