Civil Society and Political Change in Asia

Name: Civil Society and Political Change in Asia
Brand: Stanford University Press
SKU: 9780804750615-G
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By Muthiah Alagappa

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This book is the first comprehensive, systematic investigation of the connection between civil society and political change in Asia-change toward open, participatory, and accountable politics. Its findings suggest that the link between a vibrant civil society and democracy is indeterminate: certain types of civil society organizations support democracy, but others have the potential to undermine it. Further, the study argues that while civil society is a key factor in political change, democratic transition and consolidation hinge on the development of effective political parties, legislatures, and state institutions. Rooted in a common definition of civil society, a strong analytical framework, and rich empirical material, the analyses and conclusions of the book will have a lasting impact on the understanding of civil society and its relation to democracy in Asia and around the world.

Product details

Edition:: 1
Number of Pages:: 552
Release Date:: 2004-11-08
Publication Date:: 2004-11-08
Publisher:: Stanford University Press
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 0804750610
ISBN13:: 9780804750615
Weight:: 894 g
Height:: 165 cm
Width:: 242 cm
Thickness:: 35 cm

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