This paper discusses two common arguments for the adoption of a UBI; that it can be a more effective way of supporting low-income households when existing safety net programs are inefficient, and that it can generate broad support for structural reforms. Using India as an illustration, the paper...

The new economic policy was introduced in 1991. A short review of the changes it has effected in foreign collaborations, foreign trade and public sector divestment is given. This is contrasted with the QR (Quantitative Restrictions) policy formerly adopted by India for 40 years. This enables one...

This paper is divided into two sections. The first section deals with the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). It gives a brief overview of the dependencia theories of the 1960s and the OS response to them. This is followed by a brief on IMF Fund Adjustment Program which is viewed as unilateral...