The Global Economic Meltdown: Perspectives from India and EU is a collection of analyses examining the global financial crisis of 2008 and its continuing economic, political, environmental, and social consequences. Edited by economist Jayshree Sengupta, the book brings together perspectives on how the crisis developed, affected different economies, and prompted policy responses.

The book gives particular attention to India, the European Union, and the wider global economy, covering subjects such as the impact of the financial crisis on India, monetary cooperation, the Eurozone, deflation and stagnation, capitalism, inclusive development, and possible alternatives to existing economic policies.