universal basic income
‘Time to care’ about economic inequality in India
The creamy layer of the world population has collectively generated an enormous amount of wealth in the past 20 years.
Centre may merge all welfare plans for dole
The report said that rural distress has marked economic-social-political implications.
Universal Basic Income: A worthwhile experiment
Various employment schemes at the Central and state levels should be done away with and the people provided a basic income instead.
IMF not endorsing universal basic income model in India
The reports emerged after the IMF said said the UBI will outperform the PDS in terms of coverage, progressivity, and generosity.
Universal basic income looks good as substitute for inequitable public spending: IMF
Because of its universality, a UBI has the potential of having a significant impact on inequality and poverty.
Jaitley says universal basic income has 'political limitations'
Arun Jaitley also said the finance ministry is debating the Economic Survey's suggestions of UBI and creation of bad bank.
Berlin startup offers a year with no cash worries
Recipients’ experiences range from a welcome spell without financial worries to major turning points in their lives.
UBI only after withdrawal of welfare schemes: CEA
Subramanian's proposal in Economic Survey led to speculation on whether govt will implement UBI in country.
UBI isn’t a permanent solution: Income disparities must be cut
UBI may come as a great relief for the poor but it is not a permanent solution.
UBI to replace social welfare schemes: Survey
Survey estimated that a UBI that reduces poverty to 0.5 per cent would cost 4-5 per cent of GDP.