States and Macro-Economy

States and Macro-Economy​

By: Amit Bhushan Date: 2nd Jan 2019

The states in India are responsible to regulate factors like Land, its usage and taxation on the same. They also have decisive say over agriculture and water-bodies, education, sanitation & public health, mines and minerals etc. The political India has seldom focused on innovation and value addition aspect while handling these Macro-aspects which are now reflected as lack of jobs in almost ‘all’ states. The result is a ‘political flux’ with ‘incumbents’ being ‘changed’ at high-speed though the ‘winners’ don’t have any incentive in realizing and recognizing this, but would instead pitch this as some new ‘political wave’. The political parties and Netas always focused to distract public to ‘other issues’ too don’t want to ‘understand’ these aspect and focus on ‘right things’, but would rather continue pitching ‘the same old cocktails’ and cite the ‘opposition’ interests in combating and countering the same with its own gimmicks. Then of course, the state Netas also have handle on Labour related issues which is part of the concurrent list and a rather touchy issue. A section of industry like made-ups etc. would blame the laws for not being able to expand properly at a single place due to political pressures related to labour issues. Environment/ pollution control is also another aspect where state pollution inspectors hold sway and this again impacts the industrial units.

The Netas in government have usually relied on mulching upon such resources and organization structures and political noise is spread around ‘other issues’ like casteism and religion. The roost has come home in the guise of ‘lack of jobs’ for which not a tear has been shed for quite some time but the same is now a cause of high-speed political flux with alternating parties (to power) claiming this as wave in favour of their Netas. In specific sectors like Agriculture, it has taken epic proportion mainly on account of suicides on account of financial distress. Much of distress is because people are unable to find alternative employment in seamless manner where these hard-working men and women could have been absorbed. The sectors like construction whether private or public works, food processing and distribution, basic mass education and mass healthcare, local tourism etc. While we have too much focus on the Center which is likely to remain and would be followed up by the commercial news media with gusto, it is important to focus on the results in States as well. In 2018, only one state has returned the party in power back to the helm viz. Telangana. With low profile leadership, the state seems to have lost some of its previous limelight that the Capital afforded. Note that some of the other low profile leaders did not receive the same treatment and were shown the door by the electorate which didn’t buy the delivery claims or promises from such leaders. While the media has gone out to denounce the losers in all elections, not much light has been thrown on the politico-economic factors that were at play in the state which returned an incumbent back. This may not be of immediate interest consider state elections aren’t scheduled for now, however many of the state leaders who are under duress now considering role becoming critically important even for national perspective.

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[Swaswati Borpuzari]

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The relationship between states and the macro-economy is a complex and multifaceted one, characterized by the interplay of fiscal, monetary, and regulatory policies that influence economic outcomes. States play a crucial role in shaping the macro-economic environment through their ability to manage public finances, control inflation, and stabilize economic cycles. Fiscal policy, which involves government spending and taxation, is a key tool used by states to stimulate economic growth during downturns or to reduce deficits during periods of expansion. Central banks, often an arm of the state or closely aligned with it, use monetary policy to control the supply of money and credit, thereby influencing interest rates and inflation. Regulatory policies, such as those governing labor markets, financial institutions, and trade, are also essential in maintaining a stable and fair economic environment. These policies can either facilitate or hinder economic activity, depending on their design and implementation. For instance, deregulation of certain industries can spur innovation and competition, while stringent regulations can protect consumers and workers from exploitation. States must strike a delicate balance between these various policies to foster sustainable economic growth, ensure full employment, and maintain price stability. Additionally, states are responsible for addressing broader economic challenges, such as income inequality, environmental sustainability, and global economic integration, which require long-term strategic planning and international cooperation. The effectiveness of state interventions in the macro-economy is often a subject of debate among economists and policymakers, with different schools of thought advocating for varying degrees of state involvement in economic affairs.

 

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States and Macro-Economy​

By: Amit Bhushan Date: 2nd Jan 2019

The states in India are responsible to regulate factors like Land, its usage and taxation on the same. They also have decisive say over agriculture and water-bodies, education, sanitation & public health, mines and minerals etc. The political India has seldom focused on innovation and value addition aspect while handling these Macro-aspects which are now reflected as lack of jobs in almost ‘all’ states. The result is a ‘political flux’ with ‘incumbents’ being ‘changed’ at high-speed though the ‘winners’ don’t have any incentive in realizing and recognizing this, but would instead pitch this as some new ‘political wave’. The political parties and Netas always focused to distract public to ‘other issues’ too don’t want to ‘understand’ these aspect and focus on ‘right things’, but would rather continue pitching ‘the same old cocktails’ and cite the ‘opposition’ interests in combating and countering the same with its own gimmicks. Then of course, the state Netas also have handle on Labour related issues which is part of the concurrent list and a rather touchy issue. A section of industry like made-ups etc. would blame the laws for not being able to expand properly at a single place due to political pressures related to labour issues. Environment/ pollution control is also another aspect where state pollution inspectors hold sway and this again impacts the industrial units.

The Netas in government have usually relied on mulching upon such resources and organization structures and political noise is spread around ‘other issues’ like casteism and religion. The roost has come home in the guise of ‘lack of jobs’ for which not a tear has been shed for quite some time but the same is now a cause of high-speed political flux with alternating parties (to power) claiming this as wave in favour of their Netas. In specific sectors like Agriculture, it has taken epic proportion mainly on account of suicides on account of financial distress. Much of distress is because people are unable to find alternative employment in seamless manner where these hard-working men and women could have been absorbed. The sectors like construction whether private or public works, food processing and distribution, basic mass education and mass healthcare, local tourism etc. While we have too much focus on the Center which is likely to remain and would be followed up by the commercial news media with gusto, it is important to focus on the results in States as well. In 2018, only one state has returned the party in power back to the helm viz. Telangana. With low profile leadership, the state seems to have lost some of its previous limelight that the Capital afforded. Note that some of the other low profile leaders did not receive the same treatment and were shown the door by the electorate which didn’t buy the delivery claims or promises from such leaders. While the media has gone out to denounce the losers in all elections, not much light has been thrown on the politico-economic factors that were at play in the state which returned an incumbent back. This may not be of immediate interest consider state elections aren’t scheduled for now, however many of the state leaders who are under duress now considering role becoming critically important even for national perspective.

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[Simran Rai]

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States and Macro-Economy​

By: Amit Bhushan Date: 2nd Jan 2019

The states in India are responsible to regulate factors like Land, its usage and taxation on the same. They also have decisive say over agriculture and water-bodies, education, sanitation & public health, mines and minerals etc. The political India has seldom focused on innovation and value addition aspect while handling these Macro-aspects which are now reflected as lack of jobs in almost ‘all’ states. The result is a ‘political flux’ with ‘incumbents’ being ‘changed’ at high-speed though the ‘winners’ don’t have any incentive in realizing and recognizing this, but would instead pitch this as some new ‘political wave’. The political parties and Netas always focused to distract public to ‘other issues’ too don’t want to ‘understand’ these aspect and focus on ‘right things’, but would rather continue pitching ‘the same old cocktails’ and cite the ‘opposition’ interests in combating and countering the same with its own gimmicks. Then of course, the state Netas also have handle on Labour related issues which is part of the concurrent list and a rather touchy issue. A section of industry like made-ups etc. would blame the laws for not being able to expand properly at a single place due to political pressures related to labour issues. Environment/ pollution control is also another aspect where state pollution inspectors hold sway and this again impacts the industrial units.

The Netas in government have usually relied on mulching upon such resources and organization structures and political noise is spread around ‘other issues’ like casteism and religion. The roost has come home in the guise of ‘lack of jobs’ for which not a tear has been shed for quite some time but the same is now a cause of high-speed political flux with alternating parties (to power) claiming this as wave in favour of their Netas. In specific sectors like Agriculture, it has taken epic proportion mainly on account of suicides on account of financial distress. Much of distress is because people are unable to find alternative employment in seamless manner where these hard-working men and women could have been absorbed. The sectors like construction whether private or public works, food processing and distribution, basic mass education and mass healthcare, local tourism etc. While we have too much focus on the Center which is likely to remain and would be followed up by the commercial news media with gusto, it is important to focus on the results in States as well. In 2018, only one state has returned the party in power back to the helm viz. Telangana. With low profile leadership, the state seems to have lost some of its previous limelight that the Capital afforded. Note that some of the other low profile leaders did not receive the same treatment and were shown the door by the electorate which didn’t buy the delivery claims or promises from such leaders. While the media has gone out to denounce the losers in all elections, not much light has been thrown on the politico-economic factors that were at play in the state which returned an incumbent back. This may not be of immediate interest consider state elections aren’t scheduled for now, however many of the state leaders who are under duress now considering role becoming critically important even for national perspective.

To be cont…​

This article discusses the crucial role Indian states play in managing important resources and sectors like land use and taxation, agriculture, water bodies, education, sanitation, public health, mining, and minerals. However, political leaders in India have rarely emphasized innovation or adding value in these areas, which has contributed significantly to the widespread unemployment problem across almost all states. This failure has resulted in a rapid turnover of ruling parties in many states, with election winners often portraying their success as a new political wave rather than recognizing the underlying economic challenges. Political parties and leaders tend to distract the public with other divisive issues instead of addressing these core problems, continuing to push outdated narratives and accusing opposition parties of ulterior motives. Additionally, state leaders have jurisdiction over sensitive labor laws, which some industries blame for restricting their growth due to political pressures. Environmental and pollution control issues also fall under state authority, and regulatory actions can impact industrial development.


Governments often focus on managing these resources and structures without meaningful reform, while political debates center on identity and religious issues. The pressing problem of joblessness has largely been ignored, but it is now driving significant political change, with alternating parties claiming electoral victories by presenting job scarcity as the main issue. The agricultural sector faces a severe crisis, with farmer suicides linked to financial distress highlighting the lack of alternative employment opportunities for hardworking rural populations. Other sectors with potential for job creation include construction, food processing and distribution, basic education and healthcare, and local tourism. While much attention remains fixed on central government policies, it is important to also evaluate outcomes at the state level. For example, in 2018, only Telangana returned its incumbent party to power, despite relatively low-profile leadership, indicating that voters there may have valued actual performance more than political rhetoric. Meanwhile, other states replaced incumbents whose delivery claims failed to convince voters. The media has largely focused on criticizing election losers, but has shed little light on the political and economic factors behind Telangana’s different outcome. Although there are no immediate state elections scheduled, many current state leaders are under pressure, and their roles may become increasingly significant for the national political landscape going forward.​