DPE Distinguished Lecture: The Grammar of Authoritarianism
Strand Building, Strand Campus, London
Given the erosion of democracy around the world, there is urgent need to understand the roots of democracy and authoritarianism. Though authoritarianism is a top-down force that controls society, its roots lie in the preferences and everyday choices of ordinary people. Drawing on real-world examples and using strategic analysis, the lecture will dissect the micro foundations of authoritarian rule, how it morphs over time, and how, despite the appearance of an iron fist, it is often fragile.
The event will be followed by a reception which all are invited to attend.
SPEAKER
Kaushik Basu is Professor of Economics and Carl Marks Professor of International Studies, Cornell University. Earlier, he served as Chief Economist, The World Bank, and Chief Economic Adviser, Government of India. From 2017 to 2021, he was president of the International Economic Association. In 2021, he was awarded the Humboldt Research prize. Educated at St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, and the London School of Economics, he has published in development economics, game theory and moral philosophy. His books include The Republic of Beliefs: A New Approach to Law and Economics, Princeton University Press.
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