About J K Mehta
Lived 1901 – 1980 (aged 78). J K Mehta was an editor.
Jamshed Kaikhusroo Mehta, known professionally as J. K. Mehta (14 December 1901 – 9 August 1980) was an Indian philosopher and economist.
Life and ideas J. K. Mehta was born to K. M. Mehta in Rajnandgaon in 1901. He completed his graduation from Moir Central College and attended University of Allahabad for post-graduation studies.
In 1968, he became the president of Indian Economic Association. He also served as Head of Department of Economics in Allahabad University and Much inspired by Herbert Stanley Jevons. He was much inspired by Mahatma Gandhi and spread his theory of economics.
Main works Economics of Growth (1st ed., 1964) "A Philosophical Interpretation of Economics" Rhyme, Rhythm and Truth in Economics The Elements of Economics Mathematically Interpreted, (1st ed., 1932) Gandhian Thought
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Who was J K Mehta?
Gandhian, Economist, known for theory of wantlessness
When was J K Mehta born?
J K Mehta was born on 14 December 1901 in Rajnandgaon.
When did J K Mehta die?
J K Mehta died on 9 August 1980 in Allahabad.
What was J K Mehta's occupation?
J K Mehta was an editor.
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