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22nd September 2023 (9 Topics)

Asking the wrong questions

Context:

The discrepancies in measurement of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) can make price volatility and consumers drawbacks.

Disputes over India's GDP Growth Rate

  • Data Interpretation Discrepancies: Critiques incorrectly measure real GDP, highlighting the volatility of GDP price deflator. Normalizing data reveals less significant gaps, but substituting with a stable CPI measure suggests higher GDP growth rates.
  • GDP Price Deflator vs. CPI: The GDP price deflator's volatility is influenced by factors like the Ukraine war and pandemic, impacting nominal GDP.
  • Expenditure components of GDP: Expenditures are analysed over varying periods to substantiate claims of economic deceleration.

Critiques of the National Statistical Office

  • Criticism of GDP Growth Number: The argument revolves around a perceived underestimation of GDP's output value in the first quarter.
  • Comparison with US GDP Data: The US GDP data, often considered a benchmark, also experiences some divergence between GDP and GDI.
  • Manufacturing sector and comparison: The 8% growth estimate for the first quarter but note potential manufacturing sector bias.

Defending the Statistical Methodology

  • Appreciating the Methodology: Articles disputing GDP growth should acknowledge the methodology used in national accounts computation.
  • Administrative body responsible: Casting aspersions on the statistical body is unwarranted when the economic momentum remains strong.
  • India’s ability for growth: India's robust economic growth is likely to continue, making it one of the world's fastest-growing economies.
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