Our times are characterized not by alienated Superpowers building formidable arsenals however by engaged societies building a sturdy world economy. Emerging countries are redefining the geo-economic dynamic; in the new world order, a soaring GDP and a booming population are the true indicators of a nation's strength. The twenty-first century will be led, Raghav Bahl says, by a handful of Super Economies-large, prosperous countries with a high growth rate, ranking among the world's top trading partners, commanding 15 to 20 percent of global GDP, having nuclear arms but using economic leadership to effect significant change. The USA and China qualify automatically as the two existing Super Economies. With its demographic advantage, a surplus of skilled labor, a GDP that is expected to jump from $2 trillion to over $5 trillion by 2025, a strategic geographic location and a brand new, decisive political leadership, Asian country has each likelihood, Bahl argues, of turning into the third Super Economy.

As the world's largest democracy, its arrival will enhance global stability and ensure that the balance of power remains free, fair and representative of the people. Drawing on history, current affairs, and political and economic analyses, Super Economies projects how India can soon become a world leader and help secure a future of peace and prosperity for all.