Youth Development in India : Future Generations in a Changing World.

Foreword by Michael DunnePreface and acknowledgementsChapter 1. Child Protection and Youth DevelopmentChapter 2. Demographic and Socio-Economic Status of the YouthChapter 3. Role of Family and Its Culture in Child Upbringing and Youth DevelopmentChapter 4. Role of Teachers and Other Important Influencers in Youth DevelopmentChapter 5. Changing Socio-Economic and Political Scenario and Youth DevelopmentChapter 6. Adversities Experienced by Youth and Their Risk BehaviourChapter 7. Virtual World and Its Impact on Youth DevelopmentChapter 8. Mental Fitness and Other Psychological Capitals of Youth in IndiaChapter 9. Youth Participation in Crisis Management, Social Development and Policy FormulationChapter 10. Skill Development Programs, Entrepreneurship, and International and National Policies and Programs for Youth

This book provides a comprehensive understanding of youth development and protection in the Indian context. It reviews the demographic and socio-economic background and future prospects of Indian youth. The book discusses the role of family and culture in the upbringing and development of youth, changing political and socio-economic situations, and theinfluence of parents and teachers in shaping the future of the youth. The book highlights the nature of adversities faced by children and youth and the subsequent impact on their mental health and well-being. It also examines the efficacy of various skill development programmes and national and international policies designed for the youth. The book will be of interest to students, teachers, and researchers of population sciences, population studies, psychology, childhood studies, development studies, sociology, and youth studies. It will also be of interest to policymakers and NGOs working with children and youth.