
Rathin Roy on How India Slices the Fiscal Pie
Ideas of India
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Navigating India's Fiscal Landscape
This chapter explores the intricacies of fiscal distribution in India, highlighting the impact of political influence and administrative capacity on financial resource allocation. It contrasts states with varying administrative strengths, like Bihar and Tamil Nadu, to demonstrate how uneven development complicates fiscal equity. Additionally, it examines the historical, economic, and structural challenges that shape India's fiscal policies and the implications of these dynamics on growth and equity.
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