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Assess the implications of rising committed expenditure for India’s fiscal consolidation strategy. Examine the factors contributing to its growth. Outline measures to create greater fiscal space for developmental expenditure.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q5. Assess the implications of rising committed expenditure for India’s fiscal consolidation strategy. Examine the factors contributing to its growth. Outline measures to create greater fiscal space for developmental expenditure. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Difficult Reference: IE Why the question …

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“Bond markets often act as silent referees of fiscal credibility.” Explain how government bond yields reflect investor confidence. Evaluate their significance for macroeconomic management.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources. Q6. “Bond markets often act as silent referees of fiscal credibility.” Explain how government bond yields reflect investor confidence. Evaluate their significance for macroeconomic management. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Difficult Reference: IE Why the question Government bond yields are increasingly influencing fiscal policy, monetary …

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Examine the major causes behind the rising debt burden of Indian states in recent years. Outline a multi-dimensional strategy for ensuring fiscal sustainability at the state level.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q6. Examine the major causes behind the rising debt burden of Indian states in recent years. Outline a multi-dimensional strategy for ensuring fiscal sustainability at the state level. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Rising debt …

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Debt today is a claim on future development, excessive debt is a claim on future distress. Examine the nature and trends of India’s public debt. Analyse the macroeconomic and social risks of increasing debt dependence.

Topic: Public Debt Q6. Debt today is a claim on future development, excessive debt is a claim on future distress. Examine the nature and trends of India’s public debt. Analyse the macroeconomic and social risks of increasing debt dependence. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Asked because India’s rising public debt …

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Debt-to-GDP Ratio

Context: The Union Government has announced a shift from fiscal deficit to debt-to-GDP ratio as the primary fiscal anchor from FY 2026-27, targeting a 50±1% ratio by 2031. About Debt-to-GDP Ratio: It represents the proportion of a country’s total debt to its GDP, indicating economic stability and repayment capacity. Formula: What it represents? A higher …

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