Notes and Study material for Exams
Sectoral trends in GSDP The Growth rate of GSDP denotes the performance of economy of the State and changes in the magnitude and composition of GSDP of the State economy over time. The economy is broadly classified into three sectors, i.e., primary, secondary and tertiary. The Primary Sector consists of crops; Livestock; Forestry & logging; … Read more
When a government spends more than it collects in taxes, it borrows from the private sector to finance the budget deficit. The accumulation of past borrowing is the government debt. A tax cut stimulates consumer spending and reduces national saving. The reduction in saving raises the interest rate, which crowds out Investment. As per Solow’s … Read more
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ADMINISTERED PRICES INCLUDING MSP AND PROCUREMENT PRICES Historical context The emergence of agricultural Price Policy in India was in the backdrop of Food scarcity and price fluctuations provoked by drought, floods and international prices for exports and imports. This policy in general was directed towards ensuring reasonable food prices for consumers by providing food grains … Read more
Balance of Payments is a systematic record of all economic transactions undertaken by residents of one country i.e. households, firms and the government with their counterparts in rest of the world. It consists of: 1. Current Account, 2. Capital Account and 3. Reserve Account. The Current Account covers transactions in goods and Services and transfers … Read more
NATIONAL INCOME The study of National Income is important because of the following reasons: To see the Economic Development of the country. To assess the developmental objectives. To know the contribution of the various sectors to National Income. Internationally some countries are wealthy, some countries are not wealthy and some countries are in-between. Under such … Read more
Unlocking the Power of Net Factor Income: A Comprehensive Guide Net factor income, a crucial component of national income accounting, often remains shrouded in mystery for many. This article aims to shed light on this essential economic concept, exploring its definition, calculation, significance, and its impact on various aspects of economic analysis. Defining Net Factor … Read more
The Current Account Deficit: A Tale of Two Sides The current account deficit (CAD) is a key economic indicator that reflects a nation’s financial health and its position in the global economy. It represents the difference between a country’s total earnings from exports and its total spending on imports. A deficit arises when a country … Read more
The Balance of Payments Surplus: A Sign of Strength or a Warning Signal? The balance of payments (BOP) is a record of all economic transactions between a country and the rest of the world over a specific period, typically a quarter or a year. It essentially tracks the flow of money into and out of … Read more
The Balance of Payments Deficit: A Comprehensive Guide The balance of payments (BOP) is a record of all economic transactions between a country and the rest of the world over a specific period, typically a quarter or a year. It essentially tracks the flow of money into and out of a country. A balance of … Read more