Interim Co-Chairs
Dr. Shilp Shikha singh, Giri Institute of Development Studies
shilpshikha@gmail.com
Giri Institute of Development Studies
Political Science
Sector O Aliganj
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226021
India
Melek Özlem Ayas Cin, Istanbul Beykent University
melekozlemayas@outlook.com
Istanbul Beykent University
International Relations
Feneryolu mah. Kuyubaşı sok. Resuloğlu apt. No.2 Daire.23
İstanbul, Kadıköy 34000
Turkey
Background
Recognised as a study group in 1976; granted research committee status in 1978.
Objectives
Focuses on the study of democratic processes, with special emphasis on their participatory features. Topics include conceptual and theoretical definitions of pluralism, at specific points in time and through history; structures for the articulation of interests and values, such as group and party systems and social movements; barriers to and opportunities for pluralism within given institutions, such as in business corporations and in the armed forces, as well as in ethnic communities and in religious organisations. Activities: The committee usually meets once a year. New members willing to take an active part in the committee's activities are thoroughly welcome.
