Courseware on Indian Economy (2026-27)
About the Book/Overview
Courseware on Indian Economy 2026-27 by Ramesh Singh remains a trusted resource for UPSC aspirants, preserving its fundamental essence while reflecting current updates.
The 18th edition of Indian Economy provide conceptual clarity and exam-oriented approach through its content clubbed with exclusive video lectures by the author on key concepts and their significance from the UPSC stand-point.
Incorporating updates from the latest Economic Survey, Union Budget, and government schemes, along with Model Answers and Practice Questions, this Courseware is an irreplaceable tool for Prelims, Mains, and Interview preparation, helping aspirants master the complexities of the Indian economy with confidence.
About the Author
Ramesh Singh is an alumnus of the Delhi School of Economics and an education consultant with three decades of experience in guiding the aspirants of various Civil Services and other competitive exams. He is a prolific writer and has authored several books both in English and Hindi for McGraw Hill, including Indian Economy (available in Marathi too), Bhartiya Arthavyavastha, Contemporary Essays, Objective Indian Economy and Social Development, and 1000+ Questions on General Science. He is also a popular columnist of the Publication Division journals, the Yojana and Kurukshetra.
A teacher par excellence, he is endowed with an exceptional quality of simplifying the most difficult concepts of economics in an easy-to-understand style, making economics easy for even those who have no background in it. He is the founding director of the institution EcoMadeEasy, which offers courses in economics for a diverse range of exams. He lives in Delhi and keeps himself busy with diverse academic and social activities.
Salient Features/Talking points • Comprehensive & Exam-Focused Coverage – It encompasses economic theories, policies, reforms, and contemporary issues pertinent to UPSC Prelims, Mains, and Interview preparation.
• Latest Updates & Insights – Incorporates Economic Survey, Union Budget, key government schemes, policy changes, and recent developments.
• Enhanced Conceptual Clarity – Author-guided insights through videos explaining the significance of each chapter and key concepts, along with identified key topics as ‘Exam Essentials’ inside the book to help aspirants develop a deeper understanding.
• ‘Think Box’ for Critical Thinking – Engages aspirants with thought-provoking questions, encouraging reflection, analysis, and application of economic concepts.
• Curated UPSC Glossary – A specially designed exam-relevant glossary, simplifying key economic terms and concepts for quick revision and better retention.
• Chapter-end exercises – Includes Previous Years’ Questions and Practice Questions for UPSC Mains and Prelims with answers and Explanations to give you sufficient practice.
• Online Learning Resources – Offers exclusive online content, including Model Answers, Practice Questions, and additional insights, to support holistic preparation.
Table of Contents
1. An Introduction to Economics
2. National Income
3. Growth, Development and Happiness
4. Evolution of the Indian Economy
5. Economic Planning
6. Planning in India
7. Economic Reforms
8. Inflation and Business Cycle
9. Agriculture and Food Management
10. Industry and Infrastructure
11. Services Sector
12. Indian Financial Market
13. Banking in India
14. Insurance in India
15. Security Market in India
16. External Sector in India
17. International Economic Organisations and India
18. Tax Structure in India
19. Public Finance in India
20. Sustainability and Climate Change: India and the World
21. Human Development in India
22. Burning Socioeconomic Issues
23. Economic Survey 2025-26
24. Union Budget 2026-27
25. Glossary
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