The Reserve Bank of India's surplus transfers offer the government much-needed fiscal space, yet they are not without challenges. Critically examine the implications of the RBI's surplus transfers to the government. (Answer in 150 words)
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RBI has transferred about 2910ODD as surplus to Govt of India for the FY 2024-25 as per the agreed principles. RBI's surplus = RBI's income - RBI's expenditure (bond, currency, salary, gold etc - contingency fund Implications of RBI's surplus transfers to the government as Positives (1) Helps govt. advance developmental initiatives (e.g.) Subsidies on food, fuel etc (2) Provides govt. fiscal space to react to urgencies and 'black swan' events (e.g) COVID-19
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(2a) Promotion of funds without borrowing thus maintaining intergenerational sustainability (4) Keeps fiscal deficit within limits thus stabilizing credit ratings and enhancing investment opportunities. (5) Pursue public trust in State and encourage people to remain & contribute to development (e.g) reduce brain drain as Negatives/Challenges (1) Reduces RBI's autonomy challenges [graphic shown] financial resources of RBI (2) May be treated as political gain tool by govt. (3) May act as moral hazard & may disrupt fiscal prudence RBI's surplus transfer to govt. must be guided by the principles set in by expert committee to adhere to principles of frugality
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Economic Development
Macroeconomic indicators
RBI surplus transfers
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