We evaluate social, political and cultural changes on two standards, First is Development and Second is Progress. Development is a process in which a system or institution is transformed into stronger, more organised, more efficient and more effective form so that it proves to be more satisfying in terms of human wants and aspirations.

            Progress is a process in which a system or institution is transformed into a new form which is regarded better than and morally superior to the old form. progress is distinguished from other concepts of social change (evolution, development, etc. ) as it involves moral judgement and evaluation . While other views of social change try to measure it on empirical scale, the concept of progress applies normative criterion to ascertain its value for humanity.

            NDA's decision to open up more space for foreign direct investment though may be timely and progressive, but it needs a deep analysis on both empirical and normative scale from experts. Though there is no doubt that India's political system as well as social and cultural system need appetite of both development and progress.