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The Problem of inequality

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  • S. Mahendra Dev

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Inquality is the most discussed development problem all over the world. Development can't be discussed without talking about inequality. The paper addresses two questions: (a) What are the dimensions and trends in inequality at global level and India? ; (b) How do we tackle rising inequalities at policy level? The paper examines consumption, income, regional, social and gender inequalities in India. Income inequalities are much higher that of consumption. It also looks at inequalities in opportunities like education. The paper discusses policies such as redistributive measures, agriculture, social protection, employment, education, gender disparities and eradication of corruption.

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  • S. Mahendra Dev, 2016. "The Problem of inequality," Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai Working Papers 2016-029, Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai, India.
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    1. S. L. Shetty, 2018. "Neglect of Growing Income and Asset Inequalities: A Flaw in Public Policy Discourses in India," Indian Journal of Human Development, , vol. 12(2), pages 149-180, August.
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