Introduction Inflation, defined as a sustained increase in the general price level of goods and services, has re-emerged as a major global economic challenge in recent years. After a prolonged period of low inflation following the Global Financial Crisis of 2008, the world witnessed a sharp surge in inflation, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic. This…
Introduction A central bank is the apex monetary authority in a country, responsible for controlling the supply of money, regulating credit, stabilizing prices, and maintaining economic stability. Examples include the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Federal Reserve (USA), the Bank of England, and the European Central Bank (ECB). Monetary fluctuations, such as inflation, deflation,…
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of India plays a critical role in shaping the nation’s economic landscape by influencing inflation rates and ensuring financial stability. This committee, under the supervision of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), is tasked with setting the monetary policy that governs the country’s money supply, interest rates, and inflation control…