Growth in India: An Examination of Inclusiveness
Published: Jul 30, 2014
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Abstract: It is difficult to conclude the degree of inclusiveness of growth in India as different scholars hold different opinions. Better governance and pro-poor policy, among the strategies, need to be adopted for inclusive growth.
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