INDS 145 India: Faces of Globalization-Impact and Challenges

This course examines globalization in India as it impacts different segments of society. Students will learn about India’s successes, opportunities, and challenges that have followed in the wake of globalization; its contribution to recent advancements toward making technology more accessible to the general population; and its role for improved agency and economic benefit to the community. Planned course activities include class discussions, lectures by local experts and with Lafayette Alumni, and excursions/visits to landmark sites in and near Mumbai and Jaipur/Agra. [SS, GM1, GM2]

Instructor

Bookwala, Stewart-Gambino, Ghai