Question

impact of budget on indian economy

Answer 1

The Budget impacts the economy, the interest rate and the stock markets. How the finance minister spends and invests money affects the fiscal deficit. The extent of the deficit and the means of financing it influence the money supply and the interest rate in the economy. High interest rates mean higher cost of capital for the industry, lower profits and hence lower stock prices.

The fiscal measures undertaken by the government affect public expenditure. For instance, an increase in direct taxes would decrease disposable income, thus reducing demand for goods. This decrease in demand will translate into a decrease in production, therefore affecting economic growth.

Similarly, an increase in indirect taxes would also decrease demand. This is because indirect taxes are often partially or completely passed on to consumers in the form of higher prices. Higher prices imply a reduction in demand and this in turn would reduce profit margins of companies, thus slowing down production and growth.

Non-plan expenditure like subsidies and defence also affect the economy as limited government resources are used for non-productive purposes.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Economists had offered an enlarged capital expenditure as one of the ways to boost the core sector as it has a multiplier effect on the economy.

• The finance minister didn't disappoint.

• For FY21, the capital expenditure for the entire fiscal has been increased to more than Rs 4 lakh crore.