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Do Regions Rather Than States Constitute Cultural Units in India? An Analytical Perspective

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Introduction India is globally renowned for its immense cultural diversity. From languages and cuisines to festivals, dress patterns, and social customs, the Indian subcontinent exhibits a complex mosaic of identities. Since Independence, India has been politically organized into states largely based on linguistic considerations. However, cultural realities often transcend administrative boundaries. This raises an important…

Reducing Inequality and Poverty: Pathway to India’s Economic Stability

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Introduction Economic development in India over the past three decades has resulted in significant reductions in absolute poverty. According to World Bank data, India’s poverty ratio declined from approximately 45% in the early 1990s to less than 10% by the early 2020s (at national poverty lines). However, the persistence of economic inequality despite high growth…

Twelfth Five-Year Plan of India (2012–2017): Objectives, Focus Areas, and Targets

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Introduction The Twelfth Five-Year Plan (2012–17) marked the last in the series of Five-Year Plans implemented by the Planning Commission of India before its dissolution in 2014. The Plan was a continuation of the country’s strategy for inclusive, sustainable, and rapid economic growth, building upon the achievements of previous plans. Formulated in the backdrop of…

Industrial Corridors in India: Significance, Identification, and Main Characteristics

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Introduction Industrial corridors are strategically planned zones aimed at promoting industrial development, improving connectivity, and fostering economic growth in a region. They are usually long stretches of infrastructure development that include transportation networks, industrial clusters, logistics hubs, and urban settlements. India, as one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, has recognized the need to…

Economic Inequality and Inclusive Growth

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Introduction Economic inequality refers to the unequal distribution of income, wealth, and opportunities among individuals or groups within a society. While some level of inequality is inevitable in a market-driven economy, excessive economic disparity can threaten social cohesion, reduce economic efficiency, and impede sustainable development. In contrast, inclusive growth emphasizes equitable access to economic opportunities,…

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