Poverty and Development issues

Inter State Disparity in India – UPSC GS1

Disparity between States: The low-income States (LIS) have low accessibility to credit, investments, power availability, and high energy costs. The high-income States (HIS), on the other hand, have a big share in industry and commerce. 6 High Income States (HIS) are : Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. 6 Low Income States …

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Inequality in wages in India – UPSC GS1

 International Labour Organization : India Wage Report: Real average daily wages in India almost doubled in the first two decades after economic reforms, but low pay and wage inequality remains a serious challenge to inclusive growth, the International Labour Organization warned in its India Wage Report. The ILO has called for stronger implementation of minimum …

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