ASSESSING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PUBLIC EXPENDITURE AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT OUTCOMES IN INDIA
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i3.2024.3531Keywords:
Public Expenditure, Human Development, Health Outcomes, Education, Poverty Reduction, Regional Disparities, Socio-Economic Development, IndiaAbstract [English]
This study explores the relationship between public expenditure and human development outcomes in India. It examines the extent to which government spending on health, education, and social welfare translates into improved human development indicators such as literacy rates, life expectancy, and poverty reduction. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research analyses data trends over the past two decades, identifies gaps in resource allocation, and highlights regional disparities. The findings underscore the need for enhanced accountability and policy reforms to ensure that public expenditure effectively addresses the socio-economic needs of India's diverse population.
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