In many spheres of human endeavor, from science to business to education to economic policy, good decisions depend on good measurement.
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In a mature economy like India's, which is becoming modern and a financially-oriented economy, an independent central bank, responsible central bank, is really central to success.
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What this quote means
An independent and responsible central bank is crucial for the success of a modern economy.
This quote emphasizes the importance of having a central bank that operates independently and responsibly within a mature and financially-oriented economy like India's. It suggests that such a central bank plays a vital role in ensuring economic stability and success, especially as the economy modernizes and grows.
Themes
Central BankEconomyIndependenceResponsibilitySuccessIndia
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about India's economic reforms, this quote can highlight the role of the central bank in ensuring financial stability.
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