Devolopment, Poverty And Fiscal Policy

M Govind Rao

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Focusing on reforms with a human face, this volume examines the multi-dimensional relationship between poverty and growth, elaborating on effective and equitable instruments to raise resources necessary for human development and creation of physical infrastructure.

The essays discuss an important institutional dimension--provision of public services in a multi-level fiscal framework which analyses important issues on poverty eradication, efficient and equitable distribution of resources for the poor, tax policies and reforms. The volume is useful for development scholars, students, journalists, and general readers interested in current trends in the Indian economy.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Fiscal Policy and Economic Development:

    • The book may discuss the role of fiscal policy in promoting economic development, emphasizing how government spending, taxation, and budgetary decisions impact growth.
  2. Poverty Alleviation Strategies:

    • Insights into various fiscal strategies and policies aimed at reducing poverty, improving income distribution, and promoting social welfare.
  3. Public Expenditure Priorities:

    • Discussion on the allocation of public expenditures, focusing on sectors such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure to uplift disadvantaged communities.
  4. Taxation Policies:

    • Analysis of tax policies and their implications for both economic development and poverty reduction, considering progressive taxation and other mechanisms.
  5. Inclusive Growth:

    • Exploration of how fiscal policies can contribute to inclusive growth, ensuring that the benefits of development are shared across different segments of the population.
  6. Government Role in Development:

    • Discussion on the appropriate role of government in fostering development and addressing poverty, including the importance of effective public administration.
  7. Macroeconomic Stability:

    • Consideration of how fiscal policies contribute to macroeconomic stability, balancing growth objectives with inflation control and debt management.
  8. Social Safety Nets:

    • Examination of social safety net programs and their effectiveness in providing a cushion for vulnerable populations during economic transitions.
  9. Policy Challenges and Trade-offs:

    • Addressing the inherent challenges and trade-offs in designing fiscal policies that aim to balance economic growth, poverty reduction, and fiscal sustainability.
  10. Global Perspectives:

    • The book may offer insights into the global context, exploring how international factors and cooperation influence national fiscal policies related to development and poverty reduction.
Language English
ISBN-10 0195660609
ISBN-13 9781584886808
No of pages 358
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Book Publisher OUP India
Published Date 13 Sep 2004

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