Development-Induced Displacement and Resettlement: New perspectives on persisting problems (Routledge Studies in Development, Displacement and Resettlement)

Synopsis

Every year millions of people are displaced from their homes, livelihoods and communities due to land-based development projects. There is no limit to what can be called a ‘development project’. They can range from small-scale infrastructure or mining projects to mega hydropower plants; can be public or private, well-planned or rushed into. Knowledge of development-induced displacement and resettlement (DIDR) remains limited even after decades of experience and research. Many questions are yet unanswered: What is "success" in resettlement? Is development without displacement possible or can resettlement be developmental? Is there a global safeguard policy or do we need an international right ‘not to be displaced’? This book revisits what we think we know about DIDR. Starting with case studies that challenge some of the most widespread preconceptions, it goes on to discuss the ethical aspects of DIDR. The book assesses the current laws, policies and rights governing the sector, and provides a glimpse of how the displaced people defend themselves in the absence of effective governance and safeguard mechanisms. This book is a valuable resource for students and researchers in development studies, population and development, and migration and development.

Copyright:

2015

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

Book Size:

240 Pages

ISBN-13:

9781317642428

Related ISBNs:

9781138630420, 9781138794153, 9781315760520

Publisher:

Taylor and Francis

Date of Addition:

03/24/22

Copyrighted By:

Irge Satiroglu and Narae Choi

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

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No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Outdoors and Nature, Business and Finance, Earth Sciences, Politics and Government

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This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Irge Satiroglu

Edited by:

Narae Choi