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VOL. 11, ISSUE 1 (2025)
Deendayal Upadhyaya and the reimagining of Indian political economy: Insights from Integral Humanism philosophy
Authors
Dr. Hareet Kumar Meena
Abstract
Deendayal Upadhyaya’s impact on modern Indian
history and political thought is immense. As a committed nationalist, he
pioneered an economic agenda for Indian Nationalism, laying out his vision in
two seminal works published in 1958: The Two Plans: Promises, Performance,
Prospects and Bharatiya Arthniti: Vikas ki Ek Disha. His economic philosophy
emphasized decentralized, labour-intensive industrialization, advocating for
small-scale production and investment. He proposed an alternative economic plan
that focused on domestic production, self-reliance, and the development of
inland waterways and roads. This approach was rooted in his concept of Integral
Humanism, which sought to integrate individual and collective life, emphasizing
the importance of social harmony and cooperation. His thought continues to
shape Indian political discourse, with his emphasis on self-reliance,
decentralization, and social harmony remaining relevant today.
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Pages:31-33
How to cite this article:
Dr. Hareet Kumar Meena "Deendayal Upadhyaya and the reimagining of Indian political economy: Insights from Integral Humanism philosophy". International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Research, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 31-33
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