Source: The post “The new direction for India should be toward Asia” has been created, based on “The new direction for India should be toward Asia” published in “The Hindu” on 22 November 2025. The new direction for India should be toward Asia. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning,… Continue reading The new direction for India should be toward Asia
Tag: Indian Economy
Time to Sort Out India’s Cereal Mess
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS paper 3- Indian economy- issues of buffer stocks and food security Introduction India’s foodgrain policy is facing growing contradictions. While the country has excessive stocks of rice and wheat, it is dependent on imports for pulses and edible oils, spending huge amounts on food subsidies and foreign purchases. The recent controversy… Continue reading Time to Sort Out India’s Cereal Mess
Need of a cluster-based cooperative model
Source: The post “Need of a cluster-based cooperative model” has been created, based on “Need of a cluster-based cooperative model” published in “The Hindu Business line” on 18 November 2025. Need of a cluster-based cooperative model. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Indian Economy Context: India’s agricultural sector, which supports a large portion of the population,… Continue reading Need of a cluster-based cooperative model
Deeper trade ties will help internationalise the rupee
Source: The post “Deeper trade ties will help internationalise the rupee” has been created, based on “Deeper trade ties will help internationalise the rupee” published in “Indian Express” on 17th November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Indian Economy Context: The internationalisation of the Indian Rupee (INR) has gained significant momentum as part of India’s… Continue reading Deeper trade ties will help internationalise the rupee
Flexible inflation targeting
GS Paper 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Introduction Flexible Inflation Targeting (FIT), adopted in 2016, mandates the RBI to maintain Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at 4% ± 2%. As the framework comes up for review in 2026, key questions regarding the optimal target, inflation… Continue reading Flexible inflation targeting
Perils of Easy Credit Access
Source: The post “Perils of Easy Credit Access” has been created, based on “Perils of Easy Credit Access” published in “The Hindu Businessline” on 12 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -3- Economy Context: Easy credit access has become a hallmark of modern finance, with banks, NBFCs, and fintech companies offering loans at the tap… Continue reading Perils of Easy Credit Access
Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
Source: The post “Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP) ” has been created, based on “Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)” published in “Indian Express” on 12 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -3- Economy Context: The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is a crucial indicator that… Continue reading Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
R&D: A public & private challenge
Source: The post “R&D: A public & private challenge” has been created, based on “R&D: A public & private challenge” published in “Indian Express” on 11 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy Context: Research and Development (R&D) is the backbone of innovation, economic growth, and technological self-reliance. However, India’s Gross Expenditure… Continue reading R&D: A public & private challenge
Nutritional Transformation Needed in India
India must shift from food security to nutritional security. Child undernutrition remains high even as diets and incomes change. The path forward is a sustainable, nutrient-rich food system where functional foods and smart proteins help close protein and micronutrient gaps without worsening environmental stress. Nutritional Transformation Needed in India. Functional Foods Functional foods are enriched… Continue reading Nutritional Transformation Needed in India
The Case of Mounting Debt Pile in South India
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 -Indian economy. Introduction Rising household indebtedness in South India reflects a complex economic pattern. It signals both greater financial access and growing reliance on credit. The trend invites attention to regional disparities, socio-economic factors influencing borrowing, and the broader impact of inclusive finance. Understanding these dimensions helps assess whether… Continue reading The Case of Mounting Debt Pile in South India
