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“Household savings behaviour is undergoing a structural transformation in India.” Examine the factors driving this shift. Analyse its implications for the economy. Outline measures to strengthen long-term financial savings.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q5. “Household savings behaviour is undergoing a structural transformation in India.” Examine the factors driving this shift. Analyse its implications for the economy. Outline measures to strengthen long-term financial savings. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question …

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“Deepening capital markets is essential for sustainable economic growth, but it also amplifies systemic risks.” Discuss the role of capital markets in economic development. Examine the risks associated with excessive financialization.

Topic: Capital Markets & Money Markets Q5. “Deepening capital markets is essential for sustainable economic growth, but it also amplifies systemic risks.” Discuss the role of capital markets in economic development. Examine the risks associated with excessive financialization. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Capital market deepening and rising financialization have …

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Source:  TH Context: The Economic Survey 2025 cautions against excessive financialisation in India, warning that it could harm the economy by increasing inequality, debt levels, and over-reliance on asset prices for growth. About Financialisation: What it is: Financialisation refers to the growing dominance of financial markets, institutions, and motives in shaping economic policies and outcomes. Factors …

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 Source: TH  Context: Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V. Anantha Nageswaran has cautioned against the financialisation of capital markets, where financial market dominance could distort macroeconomic outcomes.    What is Financialisation? It occurs when financial markets, financial motives, and financial institutions start to dominate economic activities, overshadowing real economic activities like production and investment.   Risks: …

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