Economic Exploitation of Bangladesh

Contents: Foreword. Preface. Introduction. 1. Historical background. 2. The influence of the Mughals in Bengal. 3. Early European settlements in India. 4. The rise of British power in Bengal. 5. The establishment of British Supremacy in Bengal. 6. The economy of Bengal under the British. 7. The independence of India, and the creation of Pakistan. 8. The economy of Pakistan at independence. 9. The disparity between the two regions of Pakistan. 10. The emergence of Bangladesh. 11. The economy of Bangladesh at independence. 12. Indian influence on Bangladesh economy. 13. The problem with economic development of Bangladesh. 14. The future of Bangladesh\'s economy. 15. Map of Bangladesh. 16. Vital statistical tables. Bibliography.

"Economic Exploitation of Bangladesh is a great handbook for anyone looking to understand the social, political and economic history of Bangladesh. It presents a brief account of the major foreign influences that prevented the country\'s economic development prior to achieving its independence, and the main reasons why after so many years of political freedom the country has also failed to make vital economic improvements.

The chapters are short, relevant, and written at a non-technical level, making them accessible and easily understandable. They offer sound economic analysis, leaving the reader with a solid grasp of the concepts at work.

Economic Exploitation of Bangladesh provides important insight into why Bangladesh, despite the tremendous influx of foreign aid, continues to remain one of the most impoverished countries of the world. The author concludes by outlining a number of measures that will help make Bangladesh economically viable." (jacket)