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What is Arthapedia or what is being sought to be achieved through Arthapedia?

The Artahpedia is a visualized as a source of reference on certain key economic words/concept used in policy domain in India. Most of the words being included here are unique to Indian context. For eg: BPL house holds, Flag-ship programmes, development expenditure. As such these words are not defined in Economics literature or Public Policy documents. Hence the words run the risk of being understood and used differently by different people. In short, Arthapedia is proposed to be a tool to demystify meaning of keywords used in Indian policy making by explaining these words transparently and unambiguously.


Why do we say some words/concepts/meanings/definitions are unique to India context?

Some terms we use commonly (panchayat, lakh, crore, Planning Commission etc.) may be very clear to us but because they are either indigenous concepts or institutions, they may not be understood by the international community or by non-government economists. Some terms (e.g. PPP, inclusive growth etc.) may be used all over the world but what we understand in the Indian context may be different from what is understood from text books/international websites like IMF etc.


Who are the potential users of Arthapedia?

The Users of this Arthapedia are spread across the world and engaged in varied professions. They could be general readers, policymakers, journalists, economist, researchers / students, critics, officials and diplomats.


Who are the contributors to Arthapedia ?

The Arthapedia is being designed as an ‘open source’ reference on the lines of Wikipedia, where, who ever is willing to upgrade the text and context of a particular word can open the text on a virtual mode and edit the same with authentic references. The edited content is posted / uploaded after being moderated by the Editorial Board selected by Chief Economic Advisor of India. However, the initial contributors are credited as authors. Their professional standing can be seen at www.ies.gov.in.


How are the contributors rewarded?

Arthapedia is written collaboratively by IES officer volunteers who write without pay.


Can I write about a certain concept in this site?

As of now, only the serving IES officers are allowed to write the content of this website.


How can I post comments or ask a query?

To post a query or comment first you will have to register with us which will take only two minutes. The query / comment will be replied by the Editorial Board within two working days.

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