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“Critical technologies are instruments of both economic growth and national security”. Examine this duality in the Indian context with special reference to quantum technologies and defence innovation.

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology. Q5. “Critical technologies are instruments of both economic growth and national security”. Examine this duality in the Indian context with special reference to quantum technologies and defence innovation. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question India is investing heavily in …

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Explain the significance of India’s recent sovereign credit rating upgrade. Analyse its potential impact on foreign portfolio and direct investment inflows. Evaluate the long-term implications for the country’s external debt sustainability.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Q6. Explain the significance of India’s recent sovereign credit rating upgrade. Analyse its potential impact on foreign portfolio and direct investment inflows. Evaluate the long-term implications for the country’s external debt sustainability. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why …

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A credible insolvency framework is vital for sustaining economic growth in a credit-dependent economy. Examine the macroeconomic importance of timely resolution. Analyse how creditor rights and debtor protection can be balanced. Suggest key priorities for future reforms.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q5. A credible insolvency framework is vital for sustaining economic growth in a credit-dependent economy. Examine the macroeconomic importance of timely resolution. Analyse how creditor rights and debtor protection can be balanced. Suggest key priorities for future reforms. (15 M) …

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“Despite its vast network, Indian Railways is trapped in a legacy system unable to meet contemporary demands”. Examine the key infrastructural and operational legacies hampering railways. Assess the consequences for economic growth. Suggest transformative reforms.

Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc Q5. “Despite its vast network, Indian Railways is trapped in a legacy system unable to meet contemporary demands”. Examine the key infrastructural and operational legacies hampering railways. Assess the consequences for economic growth. Suggest transformative reforms. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Easy Reference: NIE Why the question: Indian …

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Japan-India-Africa Forum

Syllabus: International Relations Source:  ANI  Context: External Affairs Minister emphasized India’s commitment to Africa through capacity-building, skill development, and infrastructure investment, unlike extractive economic models. About Japan-India-Africa Forum: What is the Japan-India-Africa Forum? A trilateral economic and strategic platform promoting investment, trade, and development projects across Africa. Facilitates collaboration between India, Japan, and African nations …

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Quality of Public Expenditure

Syllabus: Economics Source:  IE Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently released a study on the “Quality of Public Expenditure” (QPE) index, highlighting improvements in government spending efficiency since 1991. The report underscores the positive impact of fiscal discipline and increased capital expenditure on India’s economic growth and social development. What is Socio-Economic Expenditure? …

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Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) 2023-24

Syllabus: Economics  Source:  PIB  Context: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) 2023-24, highlighting increasing MPCE (Monthly Per Capita Expenditure) and declining urban-rural consumption gaps.  About Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES): What is HCES? A nationwide survey conducted to assess household consumption patterns, living standards, and …

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As the economy recovers from the impact of the pandemic, a coordinated policy response – fiscal, monetary, trade and industry – will be required for balancing the multiple macroeconomic policy objectives and achieve even growth. Analyse.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. 5. As the economy recovers from the impact of the pandemic, a coordinated policy response – fiscal, monetary, trade and industry – will be required for balancing the multiple macroeconomic policy objectives and achieve even growth. Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty …

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Aftershocks Of ‘Policy Paralysis’

People at the helm still blame Eurozone crisis for India’s economic problems. The same people were jubilant two years ago when India somehow managed decent growth despite severe global economic crisis. The reason for their jubilation was that  they believed that Indian economy was decoupled from the crisis-hit economies of the West. Now, this reasoning seems to …

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