Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh raised concerns over GDP estimate revisions
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Congress questions ₹43 lakh-crore GDP revision, asks Centre to explain methodology
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioned the Centre's substantial downward revision of GDP estimates for all four years since 2022-23, amounting to ₹43 lakh crore. He demanded transparency on the methodology used for these revisions, which significantly alter India's economic growth narrative. The revisions raise concerns about data credibility and statistical independence, crucial topics for economy and governance sections in competitive exams.
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Key points
Exam-ready takeaways
Revisions cover all four financial years since 2022-23 (2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26)
Total downward revision amounts to ₹43 lakh crore across the four years
Centre asked to explain the statistical methodology behind substantial revisions
Issue highlights concerns about data credibility and National Statistical Office independence
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