Books by Sunil Kumar

"When a knowledgeable old person dies, a whole library disappears¿-an old African proverb. Indigenous knowledge (IK) is the local knowledge that is unique to a given culture or society. IK contrasts with the international knowledge system generated by universities, research institutions and private firms. It is the basis for local-level decision making in agriculture, health care, food preparation, education, natural-resource management and a host of other activities in rural communities.

Dear Planet-mate, Ever wondered how to respond when an extra-terrestrial entity asks about our identity? Should we reveal our identity as the typical 2020s Homo sapiens who are intelligent enough to get embroiled in so-called value chain jobs, intricate lifestyles, overdosage of emotions and with pseudo ownership of organic bodies, which must be dissolved back to the true owner--Planet Earth?OrShould we introduce ourselves as the absolute earthmen, Humans and the Supreme species of the planet?Life transcends from 'is to was' while it has many unanswered questions between 2L. The term '2L' refers to 'Live and Leave'. What happens in between is nothing but Fillers of Life! We understand basics through spiritual and philosophical cognizance about living an ostensibly beautiful life, albeit it is not. Why? Several questions have us clinging to the think - rethink infinity cycle. God Point finds credible answers in a more scientific and less spiritual approach. God Point is about viewing life from infinite God coordinates to make life more interpretable, pragmatic and delightful.

There has been a tremendous increase in the production of livestock products and this is expected to continue in the coming future. This is especially in developing countries. The greatest increase is in the production of poultry and pigs, as well as eggs and milk. Livestock production can make good use of resources, some of which may otherwise not be used, and contributes high quality protein and important micronutrients to the human diet.

Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of neurological infectious diseases using MRI. Begins with introduction to tropical diseases of the central nervous system, and their epidemiology, then technique of MRI, and its use for infectious and noninfectious conditions.

This book examines the effect of deregulation in the Indian banking sector during the post-reforms years, particularly on cost efficiency and total factor productivity. It's findings offer useful policy directions and suggestions to other developing economies.