The informal sector in India is plagued by several issues. In this context, highlight the measures taken by GOI to tackle these issues.

Highly informal nature of Indian economy (around 90%) is among the biggest challenges for growth and development of the nation. Its characteristics are: Absence of social security benefits Poorly regulated. Largely invisible despite major share in GDP. Related to high ..

Explain the concept destination-based taxation? How the GST proposes to implement the destination-based taxation system and what are the implications of it?

Model Answer: Destination based tax (consumption tax) are levied at places where goods and services are consumed rather than at places were they get manufactured or from where they are supplied. In destination-based taxation, exports are allowed with zero taxes ..

In India various problems inherent in the public distribution system has raised a debate whether do we really need subsidies? Critically discuss the arguments in favour of and against.

Subsidies play an important role in the economy of the country as they ensure equitable utilization of the resources for the people therefore India cannot totally eliminate or phase out subsidies until and unless we have another mechanism to meet ..

What is Shetkari Sanghatana? What role has it played in the Indian Economy? Discuss.

Shetkari Sanghatana, also known as farmers’ Organisation, was founded by Sharad Anantrao Joshi. The organisation was for farmers with aim of ‘freedom of access to markets and technology’ and ‘remunerative agricultural prices’. The movement gathered momentum in 1973, following a ..

As a member of World Trade Organization (WTO), mention the domestic support measures available to countries under the Agreement on Agriculture. In this context, analyse the ‘peace clause’ provision.

The agreement on agriculture, crucial aspect of Doha dialogue under WTO, aims to arrive at consensus on extent of domestic support countries can extend to their agriculture sector. Domestic Support Measures: Food security program – E.g. National food security act, ..

There are several issues associated with the storage and management of food grains in India. Enumerate the steps taken by government in this regard.

Continuing with the ongoing trend, year 2021 saw record food grain production despite the black swan event of Covid-19. Reasons: Favourable monsoon. Positive growth (3.4%) in agriculture sector. Rising exports (net exporter since 1991). Assured market (government MSP program). Issues ..

Highlight the role of public private partnership (PPP) and input-based distribution franchisee models in the power sector to handle the problem of distribution losses.

Input-based distribution franchise model is the incorporation of inputs and pre-determination of estimated scenario in preparing power purchase agreements (PPA). Benefits of PPP in power sector: Combines efficiency of private sector with infrastructure of public sector. Involves proper determination of ..

Explain the concept of inclusive growth and examine its significance for overall development of India.

Inclusive growth refers to process and outcome, where every section of society participates in organisation of growth and benefits from it equally (UNDP). IMF chief economist Ms. Gopinath argues that Growth is inclusive when it: Occurs in sector where poor ..

Make a comparative account of Zamindari, Mahalwari and Ryotwari system.

The Zamindari system underwent many changes from Mughal to British period. While during Mughal period Zamindars were not the owner of the land, but were petty land holders. After the permanent settlement in Bengal, Bihar and Odisha, the Zamindars were ..

What do you understand by progressiveness and regressiveness in the taxes? Make a comparison of direct and indirect taxes on this basis.

Model Answer: Progressive Tax follows the principle of ‘ability to pay’ because they are levied on the basis of individual’s income and wealth. Since, ability to pay can be measured, the direct taxes are imposed at progressive rate whereby richer ..