Those who are genuinely interested on debate on inequality should be reminded that the empirical evidence on rise in inequality is not sacrosanct, it is being questioned. It turns out that there are serious concerns regarding the data that is being used to assess inequality.

Despite major disruptions at global level, India has managed to control inflation - while maintaining high levels of growth.
CPI trend (month-wise) from Jan2014 to March2024:
1) Within RBI tolerance band
2) Strong downward trend on eve of elections2024
#KnowIndia #Inflation 🇮🇳

I wrote this article remembering the great William Baumol - with whom I had very many conversations between 2000-‘04. “Most economists think growth is a macro concept but its actually a micro one. Economic growth happens when firms & households grow.”
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Why microeconomics matters for policymaking? Lessons from PM Narendra Modi approach to development.

Prof. Shamika Ravi weighs in on an important debate. Delighted to welcome her as a columnist on Moneycontrol

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The economic consequences of good intentions: Retrospective nature of law-making & subsequent political witch-hunting violates individual rights, erodes people’s faith in the system. Our highest institutions- legislature & judiciary -should be guided by pragmatism & common sense.

Change in the share of major religions across all districts of India:

Using excellent quality high resolution daytime satellite data, we study the growth rates at local levels (districts, sub-districts & parliament constituencies) - across India &compare b/w different political regimes. Main results:
1)18% higher growth rates on average under Modi.

Dr. Prof. Shamika Ravi and Ajit Ranade dwell into Economic Data and understanding narrative based economics.
#PPPF #PunePPF

🔍📊Join our team! We're hiring two Research Assistants for an exciting project focused on comprehensive analysis across multiple datasets.

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An alternative (& v good) measure of development is the per capita Built-up Surface Area using reliable satellite data. Lessons:
1)BR: reversal of fortune post 1990
2)OD: from least developed to big growth post 2005-overtaking BR &WB (!)
3)UP: growth from 2010; takeoff post 2015

How caste politics played a spoilsport for Bihar's growth while Odisha is surging forward. Dr Prof. Shamika Ravi, Member, EAC-PM writes.

India's Direct Benefit Transfer system, a global 'logistical marvel,' has revolutionized the delivery of government schemes. Using digital infrastructure, DBT has enhanced 310 schemes across 53 ministries, curbing corruption & boosting efficiency. Dr Prof. Shamika Ravi writes. 1/2

“We’ve landed!” My 13 yr old is dancing!
Everyone here is over the moon. 🇮🇳 #Chandrayaan3

Basic structure doctrine came in the context of Indira Gandhi’s regime. Today the judiciary uses it widely and with contradictions. It needs to clearly define the idea. Excellent article by R Jagannathan

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Hi Mushfiq, good to hear from you publicly. Hope all is well. I do not believe that it’s in the spirit of academic freedom to publicly exhort individuals to express their beliefs. Anyways thanks for singling me out. U might want to check my timeline if you have the time. Regards