The argument between "developing" and "developed" and whether there is a timeline or formula for a developing country to become developed continue to divide development intellectuals and practitioners. For poor nations, the cycle of development seems to never end. Developing economies must not only grow, but also grow more quickly than their developed counterparts in order to enter the developed club. The developing countries are anticipated to catch up to the Western economies in terms of development after more than 200 years of post-industrialization. India has been on a journey toward developing into a developed country since gaining its independence, with constantly changing composite policy actions. The "Indian model of development" has made an effort to address the goals for multifaceted development that are founded on comprehensive and sustainable human, social, moral, and economic values. Development: Experiences, Insights and Introspection by Vipin Sharma offers a direct view into some development experiences and insights, mainly India-centric, with a focus on economic aspects. The themes covered in this book range from pro-poor growth, international finance, public financial management, government as a development actor and market failure, to development cooperation and aid policy. While doing so, the book introspects the development process through different lenses ? historical, social, economic, political, financial and administrative. Dr. Sharma?s unique narrative of attempting to find some missing links between development theory and practice stems from his experience as a development administrator and practitioner in the Indian Administrative Service. His insights into the development puzzle makes this book an enthralling read for development academicians and practitioners alike. The book also reflects on the ongoing and vigorous debate, involving critique and contestation over development knowledge, meanings and practices.