Abstract
This paper outlines the history of the electronics industry in India from its beginning in the 1960s to its present state of development. The Government of India preferred the path of 'planned development' and 'self-reliance' in all spheres of activity. This underlying philosophy of the government had a major effect on the direction and rate of growth of the industry. The paper examines the tools which were available to the government to control and regulate the introduction of foreign technology into the country, and explains the reasons behind the government's success, or lack of success, in achieving objectives over the years. The important role played by multinational corporations in the transfer of new technologies to developing countries is highlighted together with the beneficial and adverse effects of such relationships for the host country. Some of the lessons learned from the Indian experience in setting up a new high-technology industry have many implications for all developing countries, and provide valuable guidelines in policy-making for the future.
DOI
10.1080/02681102.1986.9627065
Recommended Citation
Verghese, S.
(2026).
Appropriate Policies for Electronics in India.
Information Technology for Development, 1(2), 133-142.
DOI: 10.1080/02681102.1986.9627065
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