As it is believed and witnessed that the great personalities were often the products of their own time. Political, religious, social, economic and cultural environment mould them and they, in turn, remould. Babu Jagjivan Ram, endearingly called ‘Babuji’, is one of such great personalities with rare qualities who was influenced by the contemporary socio-economic and political conditions and contributed to change the prevailing environment. He occupies an important place among the great. He made substantial contribution to the nation building during pre and post independence era and rose to great heights by dint of his determination, hard work and commitment. The role he played as a freedom fighter, great leader, parliamentarian, minister, organizer, statesman, humanist and emancipator is remarkable.

This book renders a brief about the life and struggles of Babu Jagjivan Ram

In this first comparative study of organized labor in India and Pakistan, the author analyses the impact and role of organized labor in democratization and development. The study provides a unique comparative history of Indian and Pakistani labor politics. It begins in the early twentieth century, when permanent unions first formed in the South Asian Subcontinent. Additionally, it offers an analysis of changes in conditions of work and terms of service in India and Pakistan and of organized labor’s response. The conclusions shed new light on the influence of organized labor in national politics, economic policy, economic welfare and at the workplace. It is demonstrated that the protection of workers has desirable outcomes not only for those workers covered but also for democratic practice and for economic development.