University of Delhi 2006-3rd Year B.A Economics Economic Development And Planning In India External Correspondence Year : - Question Paper

part ‘A’

Q. 1. “India’s economic development has been hampered by social, political and religious factors.” explain. 20

Q. 2. explain the growth of population during 1901-2001.

Q. 3. elaborate the objectives of Economic Planning in In dia? explain elaborate the causes and consequences of their slow progress.

Q. 4. “Poverty and unemployment are the twin issues in India.” Any effective programme to decrease poverty means

part ‘B’

Q. 6. elaborate the causes for low productivity in Indian Agriculture ? explain the role of’ New Agricultural Strategy’ to solve them.

Q. 7. What is meant by Mechanisation of Agriculture in India? elaborate the possibilities and limitations of it ? !0, 10

Q. 8. What is the difference ranging from small and cottage industries? explain their role for Indian Economy since 1951.

Q. 9. elaborate the causes of rise in prices since 1980 ? provide suggestions to c
Q. 5. Write short notes on any 2 :
(a) Vicious circle of poverty in India;
the price rise.

Q. 10, Write short notes on any 2 :
(a) Concentration of economic power in India;
(b) Role of private sector in India;
© Public distribution system.

(b) Capital formation in India;
© Deficit financing;
(d) Urbanisation.

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