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This book analyzes the structural change in and growth of the Indian electronics industry, especially after the introduction of liberalized economic policies in the early 1990s. Drawing from this experience, the author highlights the implications of the market-oriented policies for Indian industry in general.

The author begins by analyzing the change in product structure in the framework of input-output analysis. He then proceeds to study change in the market structure consequent to the reduction or elimination of institutionally set barriers. This analysis is undertaken in the Structure-Conduct-Performance framework taking the case of the computer industry. An unusual feature of the book is an examination of regional market segmentation and its impact on the performance of firms.

Finally, the author analyzes the technological behaviour of firms and the impact of various important variables such as international competitiveness, software developments and exports.