The volume traverses such significant dimensions as multinationals, globalisation, dependence syndrome, consumerism, entrepreneurship / management / leadership paradigms, education, technology, culture, quality of life, money-politics-crime nexus, and the commercial viability of public sector. Finally, the modus operandi of reform is covered at length via 'top-down' approach 'bottom-up' approach and 'simultaneous onslaught' for overhaul of the social system.