Download or read book Industrial Dynamics and Fragmented Labour Markets written by Theo van der Loop and published by SAGE Publications Pvt. Limited. This book was released on 1996-06-17 with total page 458 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using data from a survey of construction firms in two cities in Tamil Nadu conducted in 1985-1989, examines the interrelationship between production and labour systems and between the formal and informal sectors. Analyses the modes of subcontracting between different types of building enterprises, and of labour relations and occupational mobility among regular and casual workers. Presents conclusions concerning the role of the state in promoting small-scale firms, the impact of this activity on labour markets, and housing programmes for the poor.