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Reluctant Technophiles: India’s Complicated Relationship with Technology
The past was glorious.
A future disrupted by technology is almost here.
But India still awaits its technology-based prosperity.
With deep-rooted inequalities, disinformation and corruption running through the veins of the Indian society, it’s hypocritical to pretend that technological solutions can solve all our problems. We are also relatively unprepared for the genuine challenges technology presents. While the benefits of technology are numerous, the challenges have the potential to magnify existent biases, exacerbate social and economic inequality, and break the social fabric.
Reluctant Technophiles: India’s Complicated Relationship with Technology sheds light on what technology can solve and what it can’t. Drawing from the discussions of ancient religious text, quantum computing, Greek mythology and current events, the book tries to find the sweet spot at the intersection of technology, policy and society.
A future disrupted by technology is almost here.
But India still awaits its technology-based prosperity.
With deep-rooted inequalities, disinformation and corruption running through the veins of the Indian society, it’s hypocritical to pretend that technological solutions can solve all our problems. We are also relatively unprepared for the genuine challenges technology presents. While the benefits of technology are numerous, the challenges have the potential to magnify existent biases, exacerbate social and economic inequality, and break the social fabric.
Reluctant Technophiles: India’s Complicated Relationship with Technology sheds light on what technology can solve and what it can’t. Drawing from the discussions of ancient religious text, quantum computing, Greek mythology and current events, the book tries to find the sweet spot at the intersection of technology, policy and society.
324 pages, Paperback
Published December 15, 2021
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December 16, 2021
Just finished reading the book. Being an IT professional, I always thought that most of the problems in India can be solved by technology. So, It’s really good to get a different perspective and understand wider view. Beautifully written and explained. I would recommend all IT professionals to read this book.
January 3, 2022
Good synthesis of facts and themes around technology, education, and innovations in India. A fast and enjoyable read, makes the key points effectively with chock full of anecdotes.
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