Universal Basic Income: From J&K to Bihar, An Idea Whose Time Has Come, Says Arvind Subramanian

Universal Basic Income: From J&K to Bihar, An Idea Whose Time Has Come, Says Arvind Subramanian

New Delhi: Former Chief Economic Adviser Arvind Subramanian in his new book Of Counsel: The Challenges of the Modi-Jaitley Economy, attempts to explain why demonetisation was seen as a political success soon after its implementation.

In an interview with News18, he elucidates how the economic report card of the government will be an important factor in 2019 elections. The noted economist also explains why loan waivers and minimum support prices are not helping the agrarian crisis. He also said that the idea of Universal basic income is long due but the government will have to be careful in its implementation.

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