Migration, transnational flows, and development in India: a regional perspective

Authors
Publication date 2012
Journal Economic & Political Weekly
Volume | Issue number 47 | 19
Pages (from-to) 54-62
Organisations
  • Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences (FMG) - Amsterdam Institute for Social Science Research (AISSR)
Abstract The relationship between migration and development is a key area in research and policymaking. The
contributions of international migrants to their home countries in the form of remittances,investments, and philanthropic donations are widely regarded as an important development resource. This paper reviews the migration and development debate and the current state of knowledge about flows of migrant resources to India and argues that tracing transnational
connections and flows at the regional level will provide a more nuanced understanding of their social and economic implications.
Document type Article
Language English
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