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World Trade Organization and Global Trade Regimes

Subject: Economics

Book: Comprehensive Indian Economy

The WTO sets multilateral trade rules, resolving disputes and reducing barriers. India, a founding member, balances developing-country interests with progressive liberalization. Key issues revolve around agricultural subsidies, intellectual property rights, and e-commerce rules. Understanding the Doha Development Agenda and India’s stance on public stockholding for food security is crucial for mains. Additionally, note preferential trade agreements (RCEP, EU-FTA) and how they differ from full-fledged WTO obligations. Exam questions may probe how India navigates global trade tensions or uses “special and differential treatment” provisions to safeguard domestic sectors.

Practice Questions

What does the term “national income” refer to?

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What is a “repo rate”?

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What is meant by “structural unemployment”?

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What does the term “elasticity of demand” measure?

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