Subject: Economics
Book: Comprehensive Indian Economy - Additional Topics
India’s cultural affinity for gold results in high imports, affecting the current account. Government schemes—Sovereign Gold Bonds, Gold Monetization, and Gold Savings Accounts—aim to mobilize idle gold holdings. Understanding how these instruments reduce import reliance, channel domestic savings, and provide interest-based alternatives is key. For exam answers, link the success or challenges (low public participation, hallmarking issues) with broader external sector management.
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