University of Delhi 2005-3rd Year B.Com Economic Development And Planning In India External Year : - Question Paper

part ‘A’

Q. 1. Analyze the issue of disguised unemployment. In this context, examine the issues involved in using disguised unemployment as a source of cost-free capital formation.

Q. 2. Assess the success or failure of the Indian economy in raising the rate of savings since 1951. In this situation examine the challenges facing the Indian economy.

Q. 3. Examine modifications in the rate of growth of population since 1951. In this light, make an assessment of the Government of India’s ; population policy. 20

Q. 4. Compare the 1956 Industrial Policy Resolution with the post-1991 Industrial Policy. Examine the rationale for the modifications that have been made.

Q. 5. Write short notes on any 2 of the subsequent : 10+10
(i) Role of deficit financing in 5 Year Plans;
(ii) The difference ranging from economic growth and economic development;
(iii) Urbanization its meaning, positive and negative aspects.

SECTION’B’

Q. 6. What is meant by the green revolution ? Do you agree with the view that the green revolution has solved the food issue in India? provide reasons in support of your ans. 6+14

Q. 7. elaborate the main issues faced by landless rural labour in India ? In this situation explain the different policy measures taken by the Govermant

Q. 8. elaborate the main issues of agricultural marketing ? How far have these issues been solved in India ? In this situation examine the role of government procurement policy. 6+6+8

Q. 9. Examine the roie of cottage industries in the economic development of India. elaborate the measures that have been taken by the Government to promote these industries ? In this context, what policy modifications would you
advocate ? 6+6+8

Q. 10. What do you understand by the policy of export promotion ? Examine its role in India in the post-1991 period.

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