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Financial Literacy and Inclusion

Subject: Economics

Book: Comprehensive Indian Economy - Additional Topics

Financial literacy ensures informed choices about savings, credit, and insurance. It underpins effective usage of Jan Dhan accounts, PMJJBY, PMSBY, and digital payment apps. Government and RBI-led drives encourage awareness workshops, school-level curricula, and multimedia campaigns. For exam readiness, stress how bridging financial literacy gaps fosters healthier borrowing habits, reduces fraud vulnerability, and leads to higher economic participation among low-income households.

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