Indian Economy: A Courseware (2026-27)
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Overview:Indian Economy, A Courseware by Jayant Parikshit is a holistic learning solution meticulously crafted for UPSC Civil Services Examination and State Civil Services Examinations. It includes a 17 Years’ compilation of Prelims and Mains PYQs …
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1 Basics of Economics- An Introduction
2 National Income & related concepts
3 Estimation of National Income in India
4 Economic Data
5 Economic Growth & Development
6 Poverty
7 Inequality
8 Inclusive Growth
9 Demography
10 Employment & Unemployment
11 Schemes for Employment, Skill Development, & Apprenticeship
12 Care Economy
13 Labour Reforms
14 Sectors of the Economy
15 Introduction to Indian Agriculture
16 Cropping Patterns
17 Irrigation-Types & Systems
18 Food Management in India
19 Subsidies in India
20 Contract Farming
21 Animal Husbandry
22 Revolutions in Agriculture
23 Food Processing Industries in India
24 Land Reforms of India
25 Measures of Industrial Performance
26 Companies in India
27 Industrial Policies in India- Upto 1991
28 Industrial Policies in India-Post 1991
29 Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
30 Startup India and Standup India
31 Public Sector Enterprises (PSEs), Disinvestment & Privatisation
32 Ease of Doing Business (EoDB)
33 Industry 4.0, Artificial Intelligence Revolution
34 Services in India
35 Basics of Planning in India
36 Five Year Plan in India & Action Agenda
37 Fiscal Policy, Budget & Budget Deficits
38 Public Expenditure, Debt Management and Debt Reforms
39 Basics of Taxation
40 Direct Taxes
41 Indirect Taxes
42 Fiscal Federalism, Finance Commission, Resource Mobilisation
43 Banking, Money & Its Various Aspects
44 Rates in India
45 Monetary Policy & Its Transmission
46 Banking Sector in India
47 Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFCs)
48 Non-Performing Assets (NPAs)
49 Basel Norms
50 Financial Inclusion
51 Blockchain & Crypto Currency
52 Gold Schemes in India
53 Money Market in India
54 Capital Market (Debt Market)
55 Capital Market (Equity Market)
56 Capital Market- Advance
57 Balance of Payments
58 Exchange Rates
59 Trade, Globalisation & De-Globalisation
60 Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs)
61 Basics of Inflation
62 Measurement of Inflation
63 Savings, Investment & Growth
64 Public Private Partnership (PPP)
65 Special Economic Zones (SEZs), Coastal Economic Zones (CEZs)
66 Foreign Investment
67 Basics of Infrastructure in India
68 Sectoral Performance of Infrastructure
69 Basics of Black Money
70 Efforts to Curb Black Money
71 Business Cycle & Economics of Crisis
72 Green Gross Domestic Product
73 Sustainable Development
74 Climate Change Negotiations
75 Paris Agreement, Solar Alliance, Climate Funds
2 National Income & related concepts
3 Estimation of National Income in India
4 Economic Data
5 Economic Growth & Development
6 Poverty
7 Inequality
8 Inclusive Growth
9 Demography
10 Employment & Unemployment
11 Schemes for Employment, Skill Development, & Apprenticeship
12 Care Economy
13 Labour Reforms
14 Sectors of the Economy
15 Introduction to Indian Agriculture
16 Cropping Patterns
17 Irrigation-Types & Systems
18 Food Management in India
19 Subsidies in India
20 Contract Farming
21 Animal Husbandry
22 Revolutions in Agriculture
23 Food Processing Industries in India
24 Land Reforms of India
25 Measures of Industrial Performance
26 Companies in India
27 Industrial Policies in India- Upto 1991
28 Industrial Policies in India-Post 1991
29 Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
30 Startup India and Standup India
31 Public Sector Enterprises (PSEs), Disinvestment & Privatisation
32 Ease of Doing Business (EoDB)
33 Industry 4.0, Artificial Intelligence Revolution
34 Services in India
35 Basics of Planning in India
36 Five Year Plan in India & Action Agenda
37 Fiscal Policy, Budget & Budget Deficits
38 Public Expenditure, Debt Management and Debt Reforms
39 Basics of Taxation
40 Direct Taxes
41 Indirect Taxes
42 Fiscal Federalism, Finance Commission, Resource Mobilisation
43 Banking, Money & Its Various Aspects
44 Rates in India
45 Monetary Policy & Its Transmission
46 Banking Sector in India
47 Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFCs)
48 Non-Performing Assets (NPAs)
49 Basel Norms
50 Financial Inclusion
51 Blockchain & Crypto Currency
52 Gold Schemes in India
53 Money Market in India
54 Capital Market (Debt Market)
55 Capital Market (Equity Market)
56 Capital Market- Advance
57 Balance of Payments
58 Exchange Rates
59 Trade, Globalisation & De-Globalisation
60 Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs)
61 Basics of Inflation
62 Measurement of Inflation
63 Savings, Investment & Growth
64 Public Private Partnership (PPP)
65 Special Economic Zones (SEZs), Coastal Economic Zones (CEZs)
66 Foreign Investment
67 Basics of Infrastructure in India
68 Sectoral Performance of Infrastructure
69 Basics of Black Money
70 Efforts to Curb Black Money
71 Business Cycle & Economics of Crisis
72 Green Gross Domestic Product
73 Sustainable Development
74 Climate Change Negotiations
75 Paris Agreement, Solar Alliance, Climate Funds
Overview:
Indian Economy, A Courseware by Jayant Parikshit is a holistic learning solution meticulously crafted for UPSC Civil Services Examination and State Civil Services Examinations. It includes a 17 Years’ compilation of Prelims and Mains PYQs (2009–2025) and 35+ exclusive author videos covering 20 core units, simplifying complex economic theories through engaging explanations.
The courseware covered in 20 Units with 75 Chapters, it includes key topics like national income, growth and development, fiscal and monetary policies, agriculture, industry, services, and open economy, ensuring comprehensive preparation for Prelim and Main, including Previous Years’ Questions from 2013 onwards in the book. Chapters updated and enriched with latest Economic Data, Govt. Schemes, Indices and Reports along with current affairs including seamless exam-specific integration of Economic Survey 2025-26 and Union Budget 2026-27. Also, the UPSC Trending topics such as Industry 4.0, AI Revolution, Ease of Doing Business (EoDB), Blockchain and Cryptocurrency, Climate Change Negotiations, and Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), keep aspirants updated with emerging and frequently asked areas of interest in the Civil Services Examinations.
With 75 exam-focused chapters, this book uses tables, flowcharts, boxes, and infographics for better retention. This comprehensive resource empowers aspirants to master Indian Economy and achieve their examination goals with confidence.
Key Features:
• Exam-Focused Chapter Compilation: Gain access to 75 exam-oriented chapters designed to cover both Prelims and Mains, with a thorough integration of 17 years' PYQs (2009–2025) to familiarise aspirants with exam patterns and trends (PYQs 2013 onwards in the Book).
• Exclusive Author Videos: 35+ in-depth video lectures by Jayant Parikshit offering expert insights across 20 core units, making complex economic concepts easier to grasp through visual storytelling.
• Holistic Learning Approach: This book seamlessly bridges fundamental economic principles with real-world developments, explaining the interconnections between industries, banking, and capital markets, while addressing evolving policies that shape India’s economy.
• Structured Pedagogy for Effective Learning:
o Info Box: Provides additional insights to enhance conceptual clarity and answer-writing.
o Brain Teasers: Encourages aspirants to analyze, evaluate, and adopt a problem-solving approach to economic issues.
o ‘Q/A’ within Concepts: Tests comprehension through thought-provoking questions, including previous years' questions and questions on UPSC trending topics.
o Word Bank: Simplifies complex terms for easy comprehension and quick reference.
• Visually Engaging Format: Enriched with diagrams, flowcharts, infographics, tables, and other visual aids, ensuring a more interactive and engaging learning experience.
• Contemporary & Emerging Economic Issues: Stay updated with discussions on NPAs, Black Money, Digital Economy, Capital Market Developments, Sustainable Development, and Global Institutions (World Bank, IMF, WTO, AIIB, etc.). This content is backed by the latest data from Economic Survey 2025-26, Union Budget 2026-27, Happiness Index, and key government reports—preparing aspirants for Prelims, Mains, and Interview questions with a strong analytical perspective.
Indian Economy, A Courseware by Jayant Parikshit is a holistic learning solution meticulously crafted for UPSC Civil Services Examination and State Civil Services Examinations. It includes a 17 Years’ compilation of Prelims and Mains PYQs (2009–2025) and 35+ exclusive author videos covering 20 core units, simplifying complex economic theories through engaging explanations.
The courseware covered in 20 Units with 75 Chapters, it includes key topics like national income, growth and development, fiscal and monetary policies, agriculture, industry, services, and open economy, ensuring comprehensive preparation for Prelim and Main, including Previous Years’ Questions from 2013 onwards in the book. Chapters updated and enriched with latest Economic Data, Govt. Schemes, Indices and Reports along with current affairs including seamless exam-specific integration of Economic Survey 2025-26 and Union Budget 2026-27. Also, the UPSC Trending topics such as Industry 4.0, AI Revolution, Ease of Doing Business (EoDB), Blockchain and Cryptocurrency, Climate Change Negotiations, and Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), keep aspirants updated with emerging and frequently asked areas of interest in the Civil Services Examinations.
With 75 exam-focused chapters, this book uses tables, flowcharts, boxes, and infographics for better retention. This comprehensive resource empowers aspirants to master Indian Economy and achieve their examination goals with confidence.
Key Features:
• Exam-Focused Chapter Compilation: Gain access to 75 exam-oriented chapters designed to cover both Prelims and Mains, with a thorough integration of 17 years' PYQs (2009–2025) to familiarise aspirants with exam patterns and trends (PYQs 2013 onwards in the Book).
• Exclusive Author Videos: 35+ in-depth video lectures by Jayant Parikshit offering expert insights across 20 core units, making complex economic concepts easier to grasp through visual storytelling.
• Holistic Learning Approach: This book seamlessly bridges fundamental economic principles with real-world developments, explaining the interconnections between industries, banking, and capital markets, while addressing evolving policies that shape India’s economy.
• Structured Pedagogy for Effective Learning:
o Info Box: Provides additional insights to enhance conceptual clarity and answer-writing.
o Brain Teasers: Encourages aspirants to analyze, evaluate, and adopt a problem-solving approach to economic issues.
o ‘Q/A’ within Concepts: Tests comprehension through thought-provoking questions, including previous years' questions and questions on UPSC trending topics.
o Word Bank: Simplifies complex terms for easy comprehension and quick reference.
• Visually Engaging Format: Enriched with diagrams, flowcharts, infographics, tables, and other visual aids, ensuring a more interactive and engaging learning experience.
• Contemporary & Emerging Economic Issues: Stay updated with discussions on NPAs, Black Money, Digital Economy, Capital Market Developments, Sustainable Development, and Global Institutions (World Bank, IMF, WTO, AIIB, etc.). This content is backed by the latest data from Economic Survey 2025-26, Union Budget 2026-27, Happiness Index, and key government reports—preparing aspirants for Prelims, Mains, and Interview questions with a strong analytical perspective.