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Excellence in Governance
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“Implementation is the Essence” is a book on effective governance authored by a retired government official.
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The book highlights the significance of effective leadership in governance and provides examples of successful policy implementation.
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Despite acknowledging limitations, it encourages civil servants to fulfill their duties to the best of their abilities.
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The book instills hope for positive change through good governance and effective implementation of policies.
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It offers valuable insights and practical guidance for aspiring leaders and civil servants.
About The Author:
–Alok Ranjan-
Administrative Service (IAS) officer who retired after 38 years of distinguished service, M.B.A. from Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad and B.A. (Honours) Economics from St. Stephen’s College Delhi. He retired as the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh (Executive head of the state). Established leader, with extensive experience of administration cutting across a wide variety of sectors concerned with economics, finance, education, urban development, industrial governance, district administration, and others. An established thought leader and public speaker, he has given talks at various educational and business forums such as Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Uttar Pradesh Academy of Administration, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), Lucknow Management Association, and many more. Author of four books, he also writes articles for the leading national publications such as Economic Times, Business Standard, Hindustan Times, The Pioneer and ET Government. He writes a fortnightly column for The Millennium Post.
About the book:
Implementation is the Essence” is a book on effective governance by a retired government official. The book emphasizes the importance of effective leadership and offers examples of successful policy implementation. Despite limitations, the book encourages civil servants to perform their duties to the best of their abilities. The book offers hope for positive change through good.
Book Features:
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Through real-life examples and anecdotes, the book illustrates the importance of implementing policies effectively.
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It serves as a reminder of the crucial role that civil servants play in the governance process.
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The author’s experience and expertise enrich the content, providing readers with valuable perspectives on governance.
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“Implementation is the Essence” serves as a beacon of inspiration for those striving to bring about positive change in society.
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Overall, it stands as a testament to the author’s commitment to promoting effective governance and leadership.
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Book information
ISBN 10
9395259752
ISBN 13
978-9395259750
Number of pages
200
Language
English
Book Publisher
Unique Publishers India Pvt. Ltd.
Edition
2023rd
Type
Paperback
Author
Alok Ranjan
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In Encounters with Politicians, Anil Swarup takes us on a riveting journey through the labyrinth that civil servants need to navigate. With nearly four decades of experience, he shares candid and insightful stories of interactions with politicians of all ranks. From grassroots leaders to Prime Ministers, each encounter offers a unique window into the world of governance. With each anecdote, Swarup dispels stereotypes and reveals the intricate dance between compromise and accommodation that is required to navigate the complex landscape of Indian democracy. Encounters With Politicians not only paints vivid portraits of political figures but also underscores the profound impact they have on the nation's trajectory. It is a compelling exploration of the human side of politics, where personalities and principles collide, shaping the destiny of a nation.
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Indian Polity 600+ MCQs Book for UPSC CSE & State Civil Services Examinations, UPSC Prelims Special Edition by Pavneet Singh
Original price was: ₹270.00.₹190.00Current price is: ₹190.00.
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Indian Polity 600+ MCQs Book for UPSC CSE & State Civil Services Examinations, UPSC Prelims Special Edition by Pavneet Singh
Original price was: ₹270.00.₹190.00Current price is: ₹190.00.
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Ethical Dilemmas of A Civil Servant in Hindi
Original price was: ₹345.00.₹245.00Current price is: ₹245.00.
About the author:
- Anil Swarup -
During his career spanning 38 years, Anil Swarup strived to ‘make it happen’. Born in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, he did his Master’s in Political Science from Allahabad University in 1978 where he was also awarded the Chancellor’s Gold Medal for being the Best All-Round Student. Before joining the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) in 1981, he served in the Indian Police Service for a year. He won the Director’s Gold Medal for the Best Officer Trainee at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration. As a civil servant, he held various assignments within the State (Uttar Pradesh) as well as in the Central Government. During the final years of his career, he served as Secretary to the Government of India in the Ministry of Coal where he handled the aftermath of the coal scam. Thereafter, he served as Secretary, School Education and Literacy, where he attempted to foster public-private partnerships to improve the quality of school education.
He has won several awards and nominations, the prominent one being nominated as one of the Policy Change Agents by The Economics Times during the years 2010, 2012, 2015, and 2016. He was also selected as one of the 35 Action Heroes in India Today’s 35th Annual Edition.
He is the Founder Chairman of Nexus of Good, an initiative towards recognizing positive actions and thereby inspiring society to replicate them. He is the author of well-known books like Not Just a Civil Servant, Ethical Dilemmas of a Civil Servant, and No More a Civil Servant.
About the book:
Ethical Dilemmas of a Civil Servant by Anil Swarup is a must-read for all the Civil Services aspirants out there. The book explores the various aspects of ethical dilemmas faced by Civil Servants during their tenure. The information in this book is extremely beneficial for UPSC Mains GS-IV paper Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude. Having served the Government in different capacities, Shri Anil Swarup’s book is one that has colorful anecdotes and his rich experiences. The content can be utilized in writing good case studies and scoring well in the UPSC CSE Ethics paper. The book is divided into five parts, each part covering different experiences, difficulties faced and various aspects of public governance. This book is one of a kind as it explores important dimensions of actions and attitudes of civil servants as they progress in their careers.
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Ethical Dilemmas of A Civil Servant in Hindi
Original price was: ₹345.00.₹245.00Current price is: ₹245.00.
About the author:
- Anil Swarup -
During his career spanning 38 years, Anil Swarup strived to ‘make it happen’. Born in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, he did his Master’s in Political Science from Allahabad University in 1978 where he was also awarded the Chancellor’s Gold Medal for being the Best All-Round Student. Before joining the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) in 1981, he served in the Indian Police Service for a year. He won the Director’s Gold Medal for the Best Officer Trainee at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration. As a civil servant, he held various assignments within the State (Uttar Pradesh) as well as in the Central Government. During the final years of his career, he served as Secretary to the Government of India in the Ministry of Coal where he handled the aftermath of the coal scam. Thereafter, he served as Secretary, School Education and Literacy, where he attempted to foster public-private partnerships to improve the quality of school education.
He has won several awards and nominations, the prominent one being nominated as one of the Policy Change Agents by The Economics Times during the years 2010, 2012, 2015, and 2016. He was also selected as one of the 35 Action Heroes in India Today’s 35th Annual Edition.
He is the Founder Chairman of Nexus of Good, an initiative towards recognizing positive actions and thereby inspiring society to replicate them. He is the author of well-known books like Not Just a Civil Servant, Ethical Dilemmas of a Civil Servant, and No More a Civil Servant.
About the book:
Ethical Dilemmas of a Civil Servant by Anil Swarup is a must-read for all the Civil Services aspirants out there. The book explores the various aspects of ethical dilemmas faced by Civil Servants during their tenure. The information in this book is extremely beneficial for UPSC Mains GS-IV paper Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude. Having served the Government in different capacities, Shri Anil Swarup’s book is one that has colorful anecdotes and his rich experiences. The content can be utilized in writing good case studies and scoring well in the UPSC CSE Ethics paper. The book is divided into five parts, each part covering different experiences, difficulties faced and various aspects of public governance. This book is one of a kind as it explores important dimensions of actions and attitudes of civil servants as they progress in their careers.
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You Can Make It Happen (HardBack)
Published on 2025
Original price was: ₹595.00.₹476.00Current price is: ₹476.00.
About the author:
Anil Swarup
Author of Not Just a Civil Servant, Ethical Dilemmas of a Civil Servant, No More a Civil Servant and Encounters with Politicians, Anil Swarup attempted to 'make it happen' during his career lasting 38 years. This book, You Can Make It Happen, based on his personal experience, is about how to make it happen. Born in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, he earned his Master's Degree in Political Science from Allahabad University in 1978 where he was also awarded the Chancellor's Gold Medal for being the Best All Round Student. Before joining the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) in 1981; he served the Indian Police Service for a year. He won the Director's Gold Medal for the best Officer Trainee at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration amongst the officers of his batch. As a civil servant, he held various assignments within both the State (Uttar Pradesh) and Central Government. During the final years of his career, he served as Secretary to Government of India in the Ministry of Coal where he handled the aftermath of the coal scam. Thereafter, he served as Secretary, School Education and Literacy, where he attempted to foster public private partnership to improve quality of school education.
As a strategic thinker and an innovative leader, he won several awards and nominations, the prominent ones being: Nominated as one of the Policy Change Agents by The Economic Times during the years 2010, 2012, 2015 & 2016. He was selected as one of the 35 Action Heroes in India Today's 35' Annual Edition.
He is the Founder Chairman of Nexus of Good: an initiative towards recognising positive action and providing inspiration to the society at large to replicate them. He drives the initiative through contact programmes across the country and abroad. Through his work he addresses the upcoming generation to focus on character building and making things happen, while coping effectively with the environment and their own attitudes, overcoming the limitations of both.
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You Can Make It Happen (HardBack)
Original price was: ₹595.00.₹476.00Current price is: ₹476.00.
About the author:
Anil Swarup
Author of Not Just a Civil Servant, Ethical Dilemmas of a Civil Servant, No More a Civil Servant and Encounters with Politicians, Anil Swarup attempted to 'make it happen' during his career lasting 38 years. This book, You Can Make It Happen, based on his personal experience, is about how to make it happen. Born in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, he earned his Master's Degree in Political Science from Allahabad University in 1978 where he was also awarded the Chancellor's Gold Medal for being the Best All Round Student. Before joining the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) in 1981; he served the Indian Police Service for a year. He won the Director's Gold Medal for the best Officer Trainee at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration amongst the officers of his batch. As a civil servant, he held various assignments within both the State (Uttar Pradesh) and Central Government. During the final years of his career, he served as Secretary to Government of India in the Ministry of Coal where he handled the aftermath of the coal scam. Thereafter, he served as Secretary, School Education and Literacy, where he attempted to foster public private partnership to improve quality of school education.
As a strategic thinker and an innovative leader, he won several awards and nominations, the prominent ones being: Nominated as one of the Policy Change Agents by The Economic Times during the years 2010, 2012, 2015 & 2016. He was selected as one of the 35 Action Heroes in India Today's 35' Annual Edition.
He is the Founder Chairman of Nexus of Good: an initiative towards recognising positive action and providing inspiration to the society at large to replicate them. He drives the initiative through contact programmes across the country and abroad. Through his work he addresses the upcoming generation to focus on character building and making things happen, while coping effectively with the environment and their own attitudes, overcoming the limitations of both.
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Indian Economy 600+ MCQs Book for UPSC CSE & State Civil Services Examinations, UPSC Prelims Special Edition by Bijendra Kumar Singh
Original price was: ₹270.00.₹190.00Current price is: ₹190.00.
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Indian Economy 600+ MCQs Book for UPSC CSE & State Civil Services Examinations, UPSC Prelims Special Edition by Bijendra Kumar Singh
Original price was: ₹270.00.₹190.00Current price is: ₹190.00.
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Encounters With Politicians (PaperBack)
Original price was: ₹395.00.₹305.00Current price is: ₹305.00.
About the author:
- Anil Swarup -
During his career spanning 38 years, Anil Swarup strived to 'make it happen'. Born in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, he did his Master’s in Political Science from Allahabad University in 1978 where he was also awarded the Chancellor's Gold Medal for being the Best All-Round Student. Before joining the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) in 1981, he served in the Indian Police Service for a year. He won the Director's Gold Medal for the Best Officer Trainee at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration. As a civil servant, he held various assignments within the State (Uttar Pradesh) as well as in the Central Government. During the final years of his career, he served as Secretary to the Government of India in the Ministry of Coal where he handled the aftermath of the coal scam. Thereafter, he served as Secretary, School Education and Literacy, where he attempted to foster public-private partnerships to improve the quality of school education.
He has won several awards and nominations, the prominent one being nominated as one of the Policy Change Agents by The Economics Times during the years 2010, 2012, 2015, and 2016. He was also selected as one of the 35 Action Heroes in India Today's 35th Annual Edition.
He is the Founder Chairman of Nexus of Good, an initiative towards recognizing positive actions and thereby inspiring society to replicate them. He is the author of well-known books like Not Just a Civil Servant, Ethical Dilemmas of a Civil Servant, and No More a Civil Servant.
About the book:
In Encounters with Politicians, Anil Swarup takes us on a riveting journey through the labyrinth that civil servants need to navigate. With nearly four decades of experience, he shares candid and insightful stories of interactions with politicians of all ranks. From grassroots leaders to Prime Ministers, each encounter offers a unique window into the world of governance. With each anecdote, Swarup dispels stereotypes and reveals the intricate dance between compromise and accommodation that is required to navigate the complex landscape of Indian democracy. Encounters With Politicians not only paints vivid portraits of political figures but also underscores the profound impact they have on the nation's trajectory. It is a compelling exploration of the human side of politics, where personalities and principles collide, shaping the destiny of a nation.
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Encounters With Politicians (PaperBack)
Original price was: ₹395.00.₹305.00Current price is: ₹305.00.
About the author:
- Anil Swarup -
During his career spanning 38 years, Anil Swarup strived to 'make it happen'. Born in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, he did his Master’s in Political Science from Allahabad University in 1978 where he was also awarded the Chancellor's Gold Medal for being the Best All-Round Student. Before joining the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) in 1981, he served in the Indian Police Service for a year. He won the Director's Gold Medal for the Best Officer Trainee at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration. As a civil servant, he held various assignments within the State (Uttar Pradesh) as well as in the Central Government. During the final years of his career, he served as Secretary to the Government of India in the Ministry of Coal where he handled the aftermath of the coal scam. Thereafter, he served as Secretary, School Education and Literacy, where he attempted to foster public-private partnerships to improve the quality of school education.
He has won several awards and nominations, the prominent one being nominated as one of the Policy Change Agents by The Economics Times during the years 2010, 2012, 2015, and 2016. He was also selected as one of the 35 Action Heroes in India Today's 35th Annual Edition.
He is the Founder Chairman of Nexus of Good, an initiative towards recognizing positive actions and thereby inspiring society to replicate them. He is the author of well-known books like Not Just a Civil Servant, Ethical Dilemmas of a Civil Servant, and No More a Civil Servant.
About the book:
In Encounters with Politicians, Anil Swarup takes us on a riveting journey through the labyrinth that civil servants need to navigate. With nearly four decades of experience, he shares candid and insightful stories of interactions with politicians of all ranks. From grassroots leaders to Prime Ministers, each encounter offers a unique window into the world of governance. With each anecdote, Swarup dispels stereotypes and reveals the intricate dance between compromise and accommodation that is required to navigate the complex landscape of Indian democracy. Encounters With Politicians not only paints vivid portraits of political figures but also underscores the profound impact they have on the nation's trajectory. It is a compelling exploration of the human side of politics, where personalities and principles collide, shaping the destiny of a nation.
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REAR VIEW Tales of Administration and Diplomacy
Original price was: ₹325.00.₹244.00Current price is: ₹244.00.
About the book:
The book is a reflective memoir that chronicles the journey of the 1974 batch of civil servants from the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA). It delves into the diverse experiences and challenges these officers encountered as they embarked on their careers in the Indian civil services. The narrative captures the impact of significant events, such as the Emergency, on their professional lives and their contributions to India's governance. The book highlights their diverse backgrounds, rigorous training, and the camaraderie, cultural life, and personal growth that defined their careers.
Beyond recounting their professional achievements, it serves as a tribute to the resilience, dedication, and idealism of a generation of civil servants who played a pivotal role in shaping modern India. It provides not only a detailed account of their work but also offers a glimpse into the personal experiences and emotions that accompanied their journey. For readers interested in Indian civil services, governance, or the history of India's administrative framework, this memoir offers valuable insights and a unique perspective.
About the exam:
The Civil Services Examination (CSE) is a nationwide competitive examination in India conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for recruitment to various Civil Services of the Government of India, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and Indian Police Service (IPS). Also simply referred to as the UPSC examination, it is conducted in three phases - a preliminary examination consisting of two objective-type papers (General Studies Paper I and General Studies Paper II also popularly known as Civil Service Aptitude Test or CSAT), and a main examination consisting of nine papers of conventional (essay) type, in which two papers are qualifying and only marks of seven are counted followed by a personality test (interview).
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REAR VIEW Tales of Administration and Diplomacy
Original price was: ₹325.00.₹244.00Current price is: ₹244.00.
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