Synopsis This book presents selected papers on Teaching and Research in Economics, presented at the 92nd annual conference of the Indian Economic Association in 2009.

Collectively these papers cover a wide range of recent issues and discusses diverse aspects related to teaching and research in economics. In particular, the book contains studies on environmental economics, professional excellence and economics of defence, their relevance and challenges in India under the changing scenario of the world. The book brings a unique ringside perspective to the current issues of teaching and research in economics.

The thirteen papers included in this volume are contributed by economists, academicians and scholars at different stages of their working career and belonging to different universities, colleges and policy institutes.

The book is expected to be of special interest to those who are keen to know the current changes and challenges in teaching and research in economics; academicians, researchers and the general readers. It would also be useful to the policy-makers for understanding the local and global requirements and effective implementation of changes in the theme.