The Odd Behavior of the Rupee
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The Odd Behavior of the Rupee

The long-term structural weakness in India’s balance of payments cannot be the sole determinant of the rupee’s movements. This view is strengthened by the evidence that during the recent fall in the value of the rupee vis-à-vis the dollar, it has actually appreciated relative to the currencies of other trading partners.

How did Agricultural Output Change Under the Modi Government?
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How did Agricultural Output Change Under the Modi Government?

The recently released report from the MoSPI provides some estimates of how the value of agricultural output has changed since 2011-12. The broad national picture of both agricultural output and specifically crop output should be worrying for anyone concerned with the Indian economy and the fate of its people.

How Important Is MSP-Based Procurement
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How Important Is MSP-Based Procurement

The problem with the MSP is not that it is of marginal benefit to farmers. The problem lies in the inadequate spread of the procurement apparatus to cover more crops and a larger geographical region, the timing of the procurement operations and in some cases the unremunerative prices offered.