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Social Sector Reforms: Health and Education

Subject: Economics

Book: Comprehensive Indian Economy

Robust human capital underpins long-term growth. Public health initiatives—such as Ayushman Bharat—aim to expand insurance coverage, while education missions stress universal enrolment and digital literacy. Exam angles include analyzing out-of-pocket expenditure vs. public funding, the role of private schools vs. government schools, and bridging rural-urban divides in service quality. Critically, India’s healthcare infrastructure remains uneven; primary and tertiary care are under strain. Understanding how policy interventions—like midday meals, integrated child development services—improve retention and nutritional outcomes strengthens social sector coverage in exam essays.

Practice Questions

What is meant by the term “current account deficit”?

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Which of the following measures is most effective in controlling inflation?

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What is the Phillips Curve?

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Which of the following sectors contributes the most to India’s GDP?

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Which of the following statements best defines Gross Domestic Product (GDP)?

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Which of the following is a direct tax?

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Which of the following is NOT an example of an indirect tax?

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a direct tax?

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Which of the following factors is NOT included in the calculation of Human Development Index (HDI)?

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Which of the following is an example of a capital receipt for the government?

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