Indian Economic Planning: Foundations and Current Policy

Economic planning is central to India's development story and understanding its structure is crucial for grasping modern governance and policy making. This course provides a comprehensive textual foundation in Indian economic planning, covering its historical roots, major features, and the modern institutional framework required to understand current fiscal and developmental policies. What you'll learn: * Understand the core concepts, definitions, and objectives of national economic planning. * Trace the evolution of planning in India, including the historical context of the Five-Year Plans. * Analyze the structure, functions, and mandate of the current planning body, NITI Aayog, and its role in cooperative federalism. * Identify the key features, successes, and challenges of India's mixed economy planning model. * Apply knowledge of planning mechanisms to evaluate current structural reforms and sustainable development priorities. The course begins with fundamental terminology and types of planning before detailing the transition from centralized planning to modern policy formulation focused on state collaboration. The material is designed for clarity and structured understanding. This course is designed for beginners interested in Indian economics, public administration, or development studies. No prior knowledge of economics or governance is required. Start reading today to build a solid foundation in Indian economic strategy.