Demystifying Tariffs

Demystifying Tariffs

This podcast features a discussion dissecting tariffs and subsidies as tools of foreign trade policy. The speakers examine the short-term impacts of tariffs, such as decreased imports and increased consumer costs, alongside long-term arguments for their use, including infant industry protection and national security. They also explore historical examples and counterarguments, highlighting potential negative consequences like reduced economic growth and job losses. The conversation further differentiates tariffs from subsidies, explaining how each impacts consumers and taxpayers and their potential to incite international trade disputes.For a detailed and rigorous analysis on the topic, read this article: https://economicsbeacon.beehiiv.com/p/demystifying-tariffs

Census, Delimitation, Aging population in India

The Indian population census is due to be conducted. What are the debates about the caste census? What’s the possibility of a subsequent delimitation exercise and the dynamics of population ageing which is running through all these discussions? Learn about these and more in this episode of Beacon podcast.

Delhi Pollution

Understand the technicals of the Delhi pollution and the initiatives taken in response of the same

Science & Tech - Part 1

Science & Tech - Part 1

Constituent Assembly of India

This episode discusses the formation, composition and timelines associated with the Constituent Assembly of India during 1946-50.