APPSC Group 1 Mains PYQs

Examining Andhra Pradesh’s Budget FY 2020-21: A Focus on Fiscal Deficit Introduction: Andhra Pradesh’s budget for the fiscal year 2020-21 (FY2020-21) was presented amidst significant challenges, including the bifurcation of the state in 2014 and the subsequent financial strain. Understanding the budget’s features, particularly its fiscal deficit, requires analyzing its revenue and expenditure components, along … Read more

Central Assistance to Andhra Pradesh: A Post-Reorganisation Analysis Introduction: Join Our Telegram Channel The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, bifurcated the state of Andhra Pradesh, creating the new state of Telangana. This division necessitated a comprehensive package of central assistance to address the unique challenges faced by the residual Andhra Pradesh. The Fourteenth Finance Commission … Read more

Fourteenth Finance Commission Recommendations: Local Governments, Fiscal Deficit, and FRBM Act Introduction: The Fourteenth Finance Commission (FFC), constituted in 2013, submitted its report in 2015, significantly altering the landscape of Indian fiscal federalism. Its recommendations aimed to strengthen local governance, manage fiscal deficits effectively, and align with the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act. … Read more

An Account of Mineral and Forest Resources of Andhra Pradesh Introduction: Subscribe on YouTube Andhra Pradesh, a state located on the southeastern coast of India, is endowed with a diverse range of natural resources, including significant mineral and forest wealth. These resources play a crucial role in the state’s economy, contributing to employment, revenue generation, … Read more

Andhra Pradesh’s Revenue and Fiscal Deficits and Debt Position (2014-15 to 2018-19) Introduction: Subscribe on YouTube This response provides a factual account of Andhra Pradesh’s revenue and fiscal deficits, and debt position from 2014-15 to 2018-19. Analyzing these figures requires understanding that revenue deficit represents the difference between revenue receipts and revenue expenditure, indicating the … Read more

Public Debt in India: Definition, Components, and Trends Since 2010 Introduction: Public debt, also known as government debt, represents the total outstanding borrowings of a government from both domestic and external sources. It’s a crucial macroeconomic indicator reflecting a nation’s fiscal health and its ability to meet its financial obligations. High levels of public debt … Read more

What are the factors responsible for the narrow tax base in India? Explain in brief. Introduction: India’s tax-to-GDP ratio remains significantly lower than many comparable economies. This indicates a narrow tax base, meaning a small proportion of the population and economic activity contributes significantly to government revenue. A wider tax base is crucial for sustainable … Read more

Major Factors Leading to Low Agricultural Productivity in India Introduction: India’s agricultural sector, while employing a significant portion of its population, suffers from persistently low productivity compared to global benchmarks. This translates to lower incomes for farmers, food insecurity for a portion of the population, and hindered economic growth. While India is the world’s largest … Read more

Notable Government Initiatives to Boost India’s Manufacturing Sector Introduction: India’s manufacturing sector, while significant, has faced challenges in achieving its full potential. To address this, the government has implemented several initiatives in recent years aimed at boosting growth, improving competitiveness, and creating jobs. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to transform India into … Read more