Synopsis The present book unravels the mysteries of relevance and popularity of socio-economic views of Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, the architect of modern India in global perspectives and present system of economic reforms and liberalisation. It thoroughly explores the genesis and development of his popular themes and contributions by presenting various stages of development. This book is an attempt to acquaint the readers with practical and theoretical background to the subject and possibilities in terms of globalisation in the new millennium. It fully caters the needs of the researchers, academicians, parliamentarians, and all concerned. The subject-matter has been presented in a logical, systematic, comparative, critical and descriptive order and in a simple and lucid style. It is basically a reader’s oriented book which surveys a wide range of socio-economic ideas and their relevance in the new millennium.