...Masoud Mohammadi Alamuti Purpose This paper aims to examine two conceptual frameworks, which address the relationship between governance and development. The first is the World Bank’s concept of “good governance,” and the second is the Mahbub ul Haq Human Development Center’s concept of “humane...

... the explanatory strength of the modernization theory and provide valuable insights into the patterns of WVA across the world. It is found that the countries involved in the first phase of human development emphasize work centrality, extrinsic aspects of a job and material rewards and are likely to show noticeable...

... and academic literature. It will serve as a guide for policymakers, civil society and other stakeholders working on issues linked to extractive industries. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2015 Human capital Inclusive growth Human development Stabilization Extractive industries Sovereign...

... with all. This is what Vivekananda wanted to impress upon mankind. Swami Purnatmananda can be contacted at: rkmsh.org@gmail.com © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2014 Human development Swami Vivekananda Horizontal human development Human divinity Human excellence Vertical human...

... and constitutes a very effective response to the inequities and corruption widespread in contemporary societies. Swami Sarvapriyananda can be contacted at: sarvapriyananda@gmail.com © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2014 Ethics Human development Vedanta philosophy Spirituality Swami...

...Asongu Simplice Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to assess the effects of trade and financial globalization on human development in 52 African countries using updated data (1996-2010) and a new indicator of human development (adjusted for inequality). Design/methodology/approach...