UPSC Economy for UPSC 2023 (Pre & Mains) Syllabus
Introduction to UPSC Economy:
1. Basic Terms: Introduction to key economic concepts and terms such as GDP, inflation, fiscal policy, monetary policy, etc.
Macroeconomic Concepts:
1. Inflation: Causes, effects, and measures to control inflation.
2. Banking: Role of banks in the economy, types of banks, banking reforms, and regulations.
3. Inclusive Growth: Meaning, importance, and strategies for achieving inclusive growth in India.
4. Financial Inclusion: Importance, initiatives, and challenges in ensuring financial inclusion for all sections of society.
5. Government Finance: Revenue and expenditure of the government, budgetary processes, and fiscal policy.
6. Budget: Types of budgets, components of the budget, and analysis of Union Budget.
7. External Sector: Balance of payments, foreign exchange reserves, exchange rate regimes, and trade policies.
8. Global Institutions: Role and significance of global institutions such as the World Bank, IMF, WTO, etc.
Microeconomic Concepts:
1. Markets: Types of markets, market structures, price determination, and market failures.
2. Investment Models: Different investment models and their impact on economic growth.
3. Agriculture: Importance of agriculture in the Indian economy, agricultural policies, and issues related to agriculture.
4. Economic Planning: Five-Year Plans, NITI Aayog, and the role of planning in economic development.
5. Infrastructure: Importance of infrastructure in economic growth, infrastructure development projects, and challenges.
Note: The above syllabus is not exhaustive and may include additional topics related to the Indian economy.
Please note that this syllabus is subject to change as per the official notification and guidelines provided by the UPSC. It is recommended to refer to the official UPSC website and notifications for the most updated syllabus and exam pattern.
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