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UPSC Mains – “Evaluate the impact of a persistent Current Account Deficit (CAD) on the macroeconomic stability of an economy. Discuss the measures that can be adopted by a country to manage and mitigate the adverse consequences of a high CAD.”
The CAD for the first half of 2022-23 was 3.3% of GDP, but the situation improved in Quarter 3: of 2022-23 due to lower commodity prices and moderated imports.
UPSC Mains – Does the public distribution system in India effectively achieve the goal of ensuring food security for the most vulnerable? Discuss.
The Public Distribution System (PDS) has evolved as a strategy to manage scarcity by distributing food grains at affordable prices
UPSC Mains – What is the difference between FDI and FPI? What is the impact of Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) outflows on the Indian market and the value of the rupee?
Foreign institutional investor (FII) is a designation used by certain countries for international investors in their stock markets.
UPSC Mains – Explore the significance and recent trends of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the Indian economy. Additionally, propose potential measures to boost FDI in India.
Foreign direct investment (FDI) constitutes a form of cross-border investment wherein an investor residing in one economy establishes a lasting interest
UPSC Mains – Despite India’s impressive advancements in the last two decades, the obstacles of low wages and income inequality continue to impede the achievement of inclusive growth. Discuss. (15M, 250 words)
India has witnessed remarkable economic growth over the past two decades, marked by robust GDP expansion, a burgeoning middle class, and increased per capita
UPSC Mains – Explore the concept of ‘time poverty’ and its impact on women’s labor force participation and well-being in India.
Time poverty is a condition where individuals, often constrained by various responsibilities, lack sufficient time to fulfill their needs, engage in leisure
UPSC Mains – Define ‘underemployment’ and explore its prevalence in the Indian workforce. How does it impact economic growth and productivity?
Underemployment refers to the situation where workers are engaged in jobs that are either less than full-time, irregular or do not fully utilize their skills
UPSC Mains – Explain the factors influencing India’s rates of investment and savings and their effects on the country’s economy.
Investment and savings are integral components of economic growth and stability. In India, the rates of investment and savings are key indicators reflecting
UPSC Mains – Analyze the impact of the ‘Make in India’ initiative on India’s manufacturing sector and its contribution to economic growth over the past decade.
Launched on September 25, 2014, the ‘Make in India’ initiative aimed to boost manufacturing in India and stimulate the economy through targeted investments in manufacturing and services.