Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an emerging concept for Indian companies. Itvencompasses the principles of charity or philanthropy and the realisation that a company has social dependence and should give back to society in some form. On the other hand, corporate Sustainability refers to the attempt of companies to survive and succeed in a competitive environment while ensuring minimal or no destruction to the environment, in doing so, practising economic management at all levels of the organisation. The two may seem synonymous but vary greatly and yet can go hand in hand in the context of a business organisation.
In the 21st century, the phrase “inclusive development” first appeared, and it has since been used in several academic and policy texts. However, its origins can be found in various ideas from several academic fields. We define inclusive development as focusing on social well-being and protecting the ecosystem services of nature through redefining political priorities, especially in the context of the Anthropocene. At the same time, some see inclusive development as only combining social aspects with economic growth through political approaches. This phrase might link various academic fields together. This article covers the scholarly and policy literature on the concept of “inclusive development” and provides a methodology for assessing how various academic fields approach the concept.