India's Industrial Policy Evolution

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What was a primary aim of the Industrial Policy Resolution (IPR) of 1956?

Eliminate small scale industries entirely

Maximize profit for large scale industries

Encourage complete privatization of all industries

Maximize employment along with maximization of output (correct)

What was a criticism of the Industrial Policy of 1980?

It favored small scale industries over large scale sectors

It completely abolished subsidies for all sectors

It supported unauthorized excess capacities across all industries (correct)

It prioritized regional disparities in industrial growth

What does 'differential taxation' imply in the context of industrial policy?

Higher tax rates for small industries

Different tax rates applied to different types of production (correct)

Total tax exemption for large scale industries

Uniform tax rates for all industries

In which areas was the government advised to deny regularization of excess capacities according to critics?

Low priority areas Signup and view all the answers

What key economic system is characterized by the coexistence of public and private sectors?

Mixed Economy Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the time taken between making an investment and starting production?

Gestation Period Signup and view all the answers

What role do subsidies play in economic policy?

To encourage production in specific sectors Signup and view all the answers

What was the stance of the Industrial Policy of 1980 towards employment objectives?

It underplayed the importance of employment objectives Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind the industrial policy during the British period in India?

Using India as a colony of the British Empire Signup and view all the answers

How did the Indian government's priorities affect the Industrial Policy adopted in 1948?

Focus was on stabilizing the industrial sector Signup and view all the answers

What significant shift in industrial policy occurred in 1956?

Support for basic and heavy industries Signup and view all the answers

What was the main outcome of the Janata Party's governance in 1977 concerning industrial policy?

Attempt to correct previous distortions in policy Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the industrial policy after the Congress(I) government took power in 1980?

Renewed focus on the 1956 policy resolution Signup and view all the answers

Before the evolution of industrial policy, what challenges did the Indian government face in the initial years post-independence?

Rehabilitation of refugees and food shortages Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Indian government adopt a slow approach towards industrial policy in 1948?

To prevent opposition from industrial and labor classes Signup and view all the answers

What was a key factor in the industrial policy changes from 1948 to 1980?

Integration of states post-partition Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary intention of the Industrial Policy of 1980 in relation to the Industrial Policy of 1956?

To follow and build upon the framework of the 1956 policy Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the concept of Economic Federalism promoted in the Industrial Policy of 1980?

Integration between small and large sectors to enhance economic growth Signup and view all the answers

What was a notable failure of the Janata Party's implementation of the Industrial Policy Statement of 1977?

It did not yield concrete policy measures in its brief tenure. Signup and view all the answers

Why was the public sector emphasized in the Industrial Policy of 1980?

Due to its reliability and the significant investments required for development. Signup and view all the answers

What misunderstanding does the Industrial Policy of 1980 address regarding small and large-scale industries?

That their interests are conflicting and cannot align. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of the industrial landscape did the Industrial Policy of 1977 fail to address effectively?

The monopolistic tendencies of Indian big businesses. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the major criticisms of the Industrial Policy enacted in 1980?

It failed to differentiate between various industrial sectors. Signup and view all the answers

What was a key challenge faced by the Industrial Policy of 1977 during the Janata Party's tenure?

The inability to craft and implement effective policies. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Unit 11: Evolution of Industrial Policy

Objective: To familiarize students with the evolution of India's Industrial Policy, highlighting key changes over time.

11.1 Introduction

Industrial policy during the British Empire prioritized using India as a colony, focusing on raw materials export and British manufacturing import.
Post-independence (1946), the Indian government faced immediate issues like partition, refugee resettlement, and food shortages, leading to a cautious approach to industrial policy.
The initial policy focused on stabilizing the economy rather than rapid growth.
The 1956 policy aimed at promoting the development of major industries (basic and heavy).
The 1977 Janata Party policy emphasized promoting small industries.
The 1980 Congress(I) policy reversed the emphasis back towards the 1956 policy of balancing large and small industries and prioritized the economic development.

11.2 Industrial Policy of 1948

Motivated by using India as a British colony, the British government was not interested in Indian industrialization.
The British permitted some consumer industries
The managing agency system gave the British control over industrial ownership and management.
The British prevented the establishment of capital goods industries in India.
After independence, India faced refugee rehabilitation, political integration, food shortages, and disagreements among various stakeholders regarding industrial nationalization.
The government opted for economic stability over immediate growth.

11.3 Industrial Policy of 1956

The government aimed to rapidly industrialize the country, adopting a socialist pattern of economy.
The policy grouped industries into three categories (Schedule A, B, C) based on their importance and degree of government intervention.
Schedule A (exclusive State monopolies): Industries considered crucial for the economy (arms, ammunition, atomic energy, iron and steel, etc.).
Schedule B (State ownership): Industries requiring large investments and long periods of development, where state played a progressively controlling role (other mining, chemicals, etc.).
Schedule C (Private sector): Industries left primarily to the private sector for development (other industries not under Schedule A and B).

11.4 Industrial Policy Statement 1977

The Janata Party criticized the 1956 policy for focusing too much on large-scale industries at the expense of smaller enterprises.
The 1977 policy emphasized the development of small industries.
The policy aimed to remove regional disparities.

11.5 Industrial Policy of 1980

The Congress(I) policy reiterated the mixed economy model from 1956.
The policy intended to bring about integrated development of small and large sectors.

11.6 Summary

The 1948 policy aimed for economic stability and avoided industrialization disputes.
The 1956 policy focused on classifying industries by level of government involvement.
The 1977 policy prioritized supporting small industries.
The 1980 policy aimed to address economic disparities, promote the small sector, and address sick units.

11.7 Key Words

Mixed economy: A system where both the public and private sector work together.
Nationalization: The takeover of private sector industries by the government.
Technical know-how: Specialized knowledge of a particular industry.
Gestation period: The time needed for an investment to become fully operational.
Differential taxation: Varying tax rates for different production sectors.
Subsidies: Government funding to encourage specific industries.

11.8 Self-Assessment Questions

Compare the 1956 and 1977 industrial policies, identifying their contrasting aims.
Discuss whether the 1980 industrial policy marked a significant shift towards liberalization.

11.9 Further Readings

Relevant academic texts on Indian industrial economics.

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Explore the evolution of India's industrial policy from colonial times to post-independence. This quiz highlights key policy changes, their motivations, and impacts over time, fostering a deeper understanding of economic development in India.