{"title":"Contribution of Public Distribution System in Nutritional Intake among Poor and Non-poor Households: Evidence from Himachal Pradesh","authors":"","doi":"10.35716/ijed-22561","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.35716/ijed-22561","url":null,"abstract":"This study provided evidence of the role of the Public Distribution System (PDS) in fulfilling consumption requirements and nutritional intake among poor and non-poor households in Himachal Pradesh, India. The study employed the primary data collected from 400 beneficiaries of PDS and found a significant, positive contribution of subsidized commodities in nutritional intake among poor and non-poor people. The contribution of PDS commodities to calorie, protein, and fat intake was about 54.78, 50.12, and 35.43 per cent among poor households and 41.31, 35.70, and 27.88 per cent among non-poor households, respectively. Further, the findings revealed that the importance of PDS was much higher among poorer segments of the population than among the non-poor. The study concluded that the subsidized cereals and pulses were significant sources of calorie and protein intake in the study area, especially among the poorer ones. The study underlined the strengthening of the PDS functioning and the transition in dietary energy intake in the state by diversifying the food basket.\u0000\u0000Keywords: Food group, food security, nutrition intake, subsidized commodities.\u0000JEL Codes: C01, C83, H53, I38.","PeriodicalId":43367,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Economics and Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.2,"publicationDate":"2023-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44854501","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Export Performance of Grape in Afghanistan vis-a-vis India","authors":"","doi":"10.35716/ijed-22490","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.35716/ijed-22490","url":null,"abstract":"The current study aimed to quantify the export performance of grapes from Afghanistan and India for 20 years (2001-02 to 2020). CAGR, CV, CDVI, and Markov Chain model were applied for data analysis. The result displayed that CGR of production (7.19 per cent) and productivity (3.40 per cent) were higher in Afghanistan than in India. In comparison, it was more significant in India in terms of area (6.61 per cent), export quantity (11.64 per cent), and export value (16.84 per cent). CV exhibited a lower variation of area (23.05 per cent) and higher productivity (23.42 per cent) in Afghanistan and a higher variation of area (35.87 per cent) and lower productivity (21.09 per cent) in India. The export quantity and export value indicated the highest volatility in both countries. Pakistan was the most stable market for Afghan grapes, followed by India, and Russia was the most stable market for Indian grapes, followed by Germany, Saudi Arabia, and the Netherlands.","PeriodicalId":43367,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Economics and Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.2,"publicationDate":"2023-07-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44493095","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Demand Projection of Pulses in India","authors":"","doi":"10.35716/ijed-22538","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.35716/ijed-22538","url":null,"abstract":"The paper attempted to make the demand projection of pulses in India. Though; pulses production and productivity have increased over the years, the country still has to import pulses to meet the demand of its growing population. The study is based on the NSSO data of the last six rounds. The three-stage demand model was used for computing the elasticities of pulses. Demand was projected using income and population growth data, while 2011 NSS round data was used as the base year. The study revealed that the consumption and expenditure of pulses increased over the years. The positive expenditure elasticity of pulses indicated a positive relationship between income and pulse consumption. The own price elasticity of pulses was negative, indicating that the pulses were highly responsive to their own prices. The demand for pulses is projected to increase over the years. The main reason for these increases was positive elasticity, increasing population, and higher projected GDP. It implied that production needs to be improved to achieve self-sufficiency. It is suggested to use cost reduction and high production technology so the prices should be stable in future and demand also fulfilled.","PeriodicalId":43367,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Economics and Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.2,"publicationDate":"2023-07-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46739732","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Enhancing the Competitiveness of Tea Export of Vietnam Versus Other ASEAN Countries in the International Market","authors":"","doi":"10.35716/ijed-22288","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.35716/ijed-22288","url":null,"abstract":"Tea is one of the leading agricultural export commodities of Vietnam. In this study, the tea market position of Vietnam and its competitiveness with other ASEAN countries from 2006 to 2020 was analyzed. The data was collected from several sources, such as national and international organizations. The study used Export Similarity Index (ESI) and Revealed the Comparative Advantage index (RCA) to analyze the comparativeness of tea export of Vietnam with other ASEAN countries. The results showed that Vietnam had more potential and advantage in tea production and export than other countries in ASEAN, reflected in the ESI and RCA indexes. However, Vietnam’s tea sector had not yet taken full advantage of the country’s potential. Based on the findings, some suggestions regarding policy implementation, management of government and enterprises, production and market development for the tea sector were given. With those suggestions, it was expected that Vietnam’s tea sector will achieve sustainable growth and gradually enhance its position in the international market in the future.","PeriodicalId":43367,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Economics and Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.2,"publicationDate":"2023-07-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46187925","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Direct Cash Transfer and Farm Income: A Meta-Analysis of South Asian Countries","authors":"","doi":"10.35716/ijed-22235","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.35716/ijed-22235","url":null,"abstract":"This study examined the impact of direct cash transfer on farm household income using primary studies conducted in South Asian countries. After the detailed data screening, 16 studies were found suitable for the systematic review. The subgroup analysis results showed a significant difference in the conditional cash transfer (CCT) and unconditional cash transfer (UTC) groups of programs. The impact of CCT programs was positive and significant on farm income and agriculture productivity. On the other hand, UCT programs did not affect farm income in South Asian countries.","PeriodicalId":43367,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Economics and Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.2,"publicationDate":"2023-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47283829","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Sources of Business Cycle Volatility in the Indian Economy","authors":"","doi":"10.35716/ijed-22494","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.35716/ijed-22494","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigated the sources of economic fluctuation in the Indian economy. To assess this objective, time-based and frequency-based filters are applied to extract the business cycle from the Gross Domestic Product. Further, a causal link between the business cycle and its different sources was explored using Markov’s regime-switching regression. The results indicated that total factor productivity, oil supply, and monetary policy increased business cycle volatility. Furthermore, although the fiscal policy remained unaffected, trade increased economic fluctuations during the pro-market regime. The findings suggested that the views of the real business cycle and monetarist schools of thought hold true for economic fluctuation in India, as opposed to the Keynesian view.","PeriodicalId":43367,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Economics and Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.2,"publicationDate":"2023-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48434470","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Optimal Crop Production Programme for Income and Employment Enhancement of Farmers in Andhra Pradesh","authors":"","doi":"10.35716/ijed-21103","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.35716/ijed-21103","url":null,"abstract":"The study aimed to maximize net farm returns and employment in Punganur Mandal, Andhra Pradesh, by optimizing crop mix and resource allocation under different capital environments. Sample farmers were categorized into small, medium and large groups based on land holdings, with 120 participants. Two linear programming models were employed with restricted cash availability and relaxed borrowing. The optimal models demonstrated potential increases in net farm returns: 58.4, 35, and 24.8 per cent for small, medium and large farmers, respectively. Adequate borrowing played a significant role in facilitating higher returns. The study emphasized the importance of systematic farm planning. It highlighted the role of extension agencies and financial institutions in supporting farmers' credit needs, and also income and employment could be improved with existing resources.","PeriodicalId":43367,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Economics and Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.2,"publicationDate":"2023-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43378701","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Decomposition of Changes in Break-even Output and Scenario Building for Major Crops of Madhya Pradesh","authors":"","doi":"10.35716/ijed-22238","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.35716/ijed-22238","url":null,"abstract":"The study attempted to evaluate break-even output coupled with sensitivity analysis for major crops of Madhya Pradesh. The data were obtained from DES, India, from 2000-01 to 2020-21. The crops selected were maize, cotton, red gram, gram, black gram, rapeseed and mustard, lentil, paddy, wheat, and soybean. The results revealed that the break-even output of all crops was elastic with respect to output price. Wheat, gram, red gram, and mustard were insensitive to changes in average variable costs. The output price for soybean was lower than the average variable cost, resulting in negative breakeven output in 2020-21. Important policy suggestion included that break-even elasticities must be calculated on a regular basis.","PeriodicalId":43367,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Economics and Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.2,"publicationDate":"2023-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44422735","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Comparative Study of the Extent of Crop Diversification and Price Realization among Users and Non-Users of Cold Storage Farm Households in Assam","authors":"","doi":"10.35716/ijed-22190","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.35716/ijed-22190","url":null,"abstract":"This study attempted to examine the extent of crop diversification and price realization among users and non-users of cold storage farm households in Assam. The findings revealed that the farm households using cold storage facilities exhibited a more diverse cropping pattern compared to non-user farm households. A positive storage price margin was observed for the products stored by farm households in cold storage. Moreover, farm households benefited from cold storage by storing potato seeds, but high transaction costs made storing potato output less profitable, mainly due to transportation expenses. Policies should reduce transportation costs by locating cold storage near significant production areas. Emphasis should be placed on well-planned marketing facilities to increase farmers' profitability and promote extensive cultivation of high-value horticultural crops.","PeriodicalId":43367,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Economics and Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.2,"publicationDate":"2023-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44340419","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Perception of Farm Households on the Impact of Migration of Rural Youths","authors":"","doi":"10.35716/ijed-23021","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.35716/ijed-23021","url":null,"abstract":"The study was conducted in the Bhiwani and Hisar districts of Haryana with a sample size of 96 respondents, selected from sixteen villages from four blocks. The data were collected through a personal interview technique using a well-structured interview schedule. The results revealed that advanced academic opportunities, better standard of living, lack of recognition of youths, and insufficient earnings from agriculture were the major encouragement factors for the migration of rural youths. In terms of perceived impact, the study concluded that migration of rural youth had both positive and negative impacts concerning agriculture. While migration increased investment in agriculture, farm mechanization, and crop diversity, it also led to greying and feminization of agriculture by leaving farm operations dependent on elderly and female members of households. The study will allow the policymakers to understand the major factors behind the migration of rural youths and initiate policies to reverse this trend","PeriodicalId":43367,"journal":{"name":"Indian Journal of Economics and Development","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.2,"publicationDate":"2023-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44447957","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}