Spoiling the situation: reflections on the development and research field
Author(s)
Jakimow, TanyaPublication date
2013-02-18Subject
Approach and methodologyCountry
India
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Development in PracticeDocument type
Journal articleLanguage
EnglishDescription
The development field as a site for research and practice has largely escaped critical scrutiny in development studies. Accounts of the conceptualisation of the field have not been complemented with an examination of the practices that maintain the field as a site conducive to development. This paper draws on experiences working with small, local NGOs in India to examine how the field is maintained, and the underlying logic that underpins the relationship between developers and “developees”. In problematising the field, I draw attention to overlooked ethical and political implications of participatory development.<p>This article is hosted by our co-publisher Taylor & Francis.</p>Pages
12Status
For public use – can be shared outside OxfamISSN
0961-4524EISSN
1364-9213ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1080/09614524.2013.753411