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Factors of Production – UPSC Economy Notes
The factors of production are the essential resources that are combined in the production process to create goods and services.
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Transfer Payments – UPSC Economy Notes
Transfer payments are monetary transfers made by the government to individuals or households without receiving any goods or services in return
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UPSC Prelims 2017 – Question 24
Q24. Consider the following statements:
The Factories Act, of 1881 was passed with a view to fix the wages of industrial workers and allow
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Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Gross National Product (GNP) – UPSC Economy Notes
GDP and GNP are two key economic indicators used to measure a nation's economic performance. They provide different perspectives
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UPSC Prelims 2017 – Question 23
Q23. Which of the following are the objectives of ‘National Nutrition Mission’?
To create awareness relating to malnutrition among pregnant women and lactating
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Measuring Economic Growth – UPSC Economy Notes
Economic growth is a critical parameter that provides insights into the performance of an economy. It serves as a foundation for various government
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UPSC Prelims 2017 – Question 22
Q22. It is possible to produce algae-based biofuels, but what is/are the likely limitation(s) of developing countries in promoting this industry?
Production
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Business Cycles: Slowdown, Recession, Great Recession, and Depression – UPSC Economy Notes
Business cycles are fluctuations in economic activity characterized by periods of expansion, peak, contraction, and trough.
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UPSC Prelims 2017 – Question 21
Q21. Due to some reasons, if there is a huge fall in the population of species of butterflies, what could be its likely consequence/consequences?
Pollination
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Green Economics – UPSC Economy Notes
Green economics is a school of thought within economics that emphasizes the importance of sustainable and environmentally friendly economic practices.
