First Five Year Plan

The First Five Year Plan: A Catalyst for Industrialization and Social Transformation in India The First Five Year Plan (1951-1956) stands as a landmark event in India’s post-independence history. It marked the beginning of a planned economic development strategy, aiming to transform the nation from a predominantly agrarian society into a modern industrial powerhouse. This … Read more

Fiscal Policy

PUBLIC FINANCE Public finance is the study of the role of the government in the economy. It is the branch of economics which assesses the government revenue and government expenditure of the public authorities and the adjustment of one or the other to achieve desirable effects and avoid undesirable ones. It includes the study of … Read more

Inflation and oil prices

Inflation & Control Mechanism Inflation is a sustained increase in the general price level of goods and Services in an economy over a period of time. When the price level rises, each unit of currency buys fewer goods and services.It is the Percentage change in the value of the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) on a year-on … Read more

Devaluation

Devaluation: A Double-Edged Sword in the Global Economy Devaluation, the deliberate lowering of a currency’s value against other currencies, is a powerful tool in the economic arsenal of nations. It can be a strategic maneuver to boost exports, stimulate economic growth, and address balance of payments issues. However, devaluation is not without its drawbacks, potentially … Read more

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission: A Vital Pillar of India’s Fiscal Federalism The Finance Commission, a constitutional body established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution, plays a pivotal role in India’s fiscal federalism. It acts as a bridge between the Union and the States, ensuring a fair and equitable distribution of the nation’s financial resources. This … Read more