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 technology can solve all our problems. 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. 'An outstanding and entertaining guide to both India and technology.' -Ross Bassett, Author, The Technological Indian 'Very lucidly written.' -Sankar Pal (Padma Shri), National Science Chair 'A much-needed work.' -Dinesh C. Sharma (winner of Computer History Museum Book Prize), Author, The Outsourcer: The Story of India's IT Revolution Rakesh Kumar is a renowned technologist and Professor at the University of Illinois, USA"--