Khanna, R.S. creator text xu| 1996 continuing ng p.441-450. Restricting himself to Indian rural economy scenario, the author critically analyses performance to Central Government regarding creating new employment opportunities during the Eighth Plan period and thereafter. Through relating these to the salient characteristic features of unemployment, he points out the failures and weaknesses in this regard; he also indicates some potential areas which could be tapped for better results. He then examines the adequacy of measures relating to employment generation following adoption of liberalisation policy and suggests some correctives. - Reproduced Liberalization - India Unemployment - India Employment - India Economic liberalization Indian Journal of Public Administration 180718