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UPSC-CSE Foundation Course - Economic Development

This comprehensive course is designed to equip UPSC-CSE aspirants with a foundational understanding of economic developm...

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1. Introduction to Economic Development
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Explore the basic concepts and definitions of economic development and its significance in the global and national context.

10 topics (10 versions)

1.1Definition and Scope of Economic Development

1.2Difference between Economic Growth and Economic Development

1.3Historical Perspectives of Economic Development

1.4Importance of Economic Development

1.5Indicators of Economic Development

1.6Challenges in Measuring Economic Development

1.7Role of Government in Economic Development

1.8Economic Development vs. Human Development

1.9Sustainable Development and Economic Growth

1.10Global Economic Development Trends

2. Theories of Economic Growth and Development
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Delve into the various theoretical frameworks that explain economic growth and development.

10 topics (10 versions)

2.1Classical Theories of Economic Development

2.2Neoclassical Growth Models

2.3Harrod-Domar Growth Model

2.4Solow Growth Model

2.5Endogenous Growth Theory

2.6Structural Change Models

2.7Dependency Theory

2.8Dual Economy Models

2.9Lewis Model of Development

2.10Schumpeterian Growth Theory

3. Economic Planning in India
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Understand the evolution and impact of economic planning in India, including the planning commission and NITI Aayog.

10 topics (10 versions)

3.1History of Economic Planning in India

3.2Five-Year Plans: Objectives and Achievements

3.3Transition from Planning Commission to NITI Aayog

3.4Role of NITI Aayog in Economic Development

3.5Planning and Development Strategies

3.6Public Sector and Economic Planning

3.7Decentralized Planning

3.8Planning in the Era of Liberalization

3.9Challenges in Economic Planning

3.10Future of Economic Planning in India

4. Key Economic Indicators
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Familiarize with the essential economic indicators used to gauge a country's economic health.

10 topics (10 versions)

4.1Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

4.2Per Capita Income

4.3Inflation Rate

4.4Unemployment Rate

4.5Balance of Payments

4.6Fiscal Deficit

4.7Current Account Deficit

4.8Exchange Rates

4.9Human Development Index (HDI)

4.10Poverty Line and Poverty Index

5. Monetary Policy and Fiscal Policy
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Examine the roles of monetary and fiscal policies in shaping economic development.

10 topics (10 versions)

5.1Objectives of Monetary Policy

5.2Tools of Monetary Policy

5.3Role of RBI in Monetary Policy

5.4Fiscal Policy: Objectives and Instruments

5.5Budgetary Process in India

5.6Public Expenditure Management

5.7Tax Reforms and Fiscal Consolidation

5.8Monetary-Fiscal Policy Coordination

5.9Impact of Policies on Economic Development

5.10Challenges in Policy Implementation

6. Role of Agriculture in Economic Development
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Investigate the importance of agriculture in the economic development of a nation, particularly in India.

10 topics (10 versions)

6.1Contribution of Agriculture to GDP

6.2Green Revolution and its Impact

6.3Agricultural Policies and Reforms

6.4Rural Development and Agriculture

6.5Food Security and Public Distribution System

6.6Challenges in Agricultural Sector

6.7Agro-based Industries

6.8Sustainable Agriculture Practices

6.9Role of Technology in Agriculture

6.10Government Schemes for Agriculture

7. Industrial Development and Policy
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Explore the evolution of industrial development in India and the policies that have shaped this sector.

3 topics (3 versions)

7.1Industrial Policy Resolutions

7.2Role of Public Sector Enterprises

7.3Small Scale and Cottage Industries

8. Infrastructure and Economic Development
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Learn about the critical role infrastructure plays in fostering economic growth and development.

3 topics (3 versions)

8.1Types of Infrastructure

8.2Infrastructure Development Policies

8.3Public-Private Partnerships in Infrastructure

9. Globalization and Economic Development
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Examine the impact of globalization on economic development, with an emphasis on the Indian context.

3 topics (3 versions)

9.1Definition and Dimensions of Globalization

9.2Globalization and Trade Liberalization

9.3Impact on Indian Economy

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UPSC-CSE Foundation Course - Economic Development

Sections

1. Introduction to Economic Development5 views

2. Theories of Economic Growth and Development4 views

3. Economic Planning in India3 views

4. Key Economic Indicators3 views

5. Monetary Policy and Fiscal Policy4 views

6. Role of Agriculture in Economic Development3 views

7. Industrial Development and Policy3 views

8. Infrastructure and Economic Development6 views

9. Globalization and Economic Development2 views

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1. Introduction to Economic Development
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2. Theories of Economic Growth and Development
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3. Economic Planning in India
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4. Key Economic Indicators
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5. Monetary Policy and Fiscal Policy
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6. Role of Agriculture in Economic Development
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7. Industrial Development and Policy
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8. Infrastructure and Economic Development
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9. Globalization and Economic Development
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