Government Reform and Restructuring

  • India’s Bureaucratic Reforms (1991)

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    India’s Bureaucratic Reforms (1991): Liberalisation and Economic Growth Introduction India’s economic liberalisation in 1991 marked a watershed moment in the country’s developmental trajectory. Confronted with a severe balance of payments crisis and dwindling foreign exchange reserves, the Indian government—led by Prime Minister P. V. Narasimha Rao and Finance Minister Dr…

  • Russia’s Government Restructuring (1990s)

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    Russia’s Government Restructuring (1990s): Economic and Political Transformation Introduction In the aftermath of the Soviet Union’s dissolution in 1991, Russia embarked on a profound process of economic and political restructuring. This period, often referred to as the “transition decade,” involved dismantling the centrally planned Soviet system and replacing it with…

  • The United Kingdom’s Austerity Measures (2010s)

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    The United Kingdom’s Austerity Measures (2010s): Economic and Social Impact Introduction In the aftermath of the 2008 global financial crisis, the United Kingdom pursued an ambitious austerity agenda aimed at reducing public spending and restoring fiscal discipline. Introduced by the Conservative-led coalition government in 2010, the programme of austerity continued…

  • The Reagan Administration’s Deregulation Efforts

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    The Reagan Administration’s Deregulation Efforts: Economic and Governance Implications Abstract The Reagan administration’s economic policies during the 1980s marked a profound transformation in the role of government in American economic life. Rooted in supply-side economics, the administration embarked on an ambitious programme of deregulation, tax reform, and privatisation. Advocates of…

  • The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)

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    The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE): An Analysis of Governance, Economic Impact, and Prospective Trajectories Introduction The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was inaugurated in January 2025 under the administration of President Donald Trump, with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy appointed as principal figures in its leadership. Conceived as an…

  • Tariff Policies under Donald Trump

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    Tariff Policies under Donald Trump: An Analysis of Economic Nationalism and Global Reactions Abstract This article critically examines the role and impact of tariff policies implemented by former U.S. President Donald J. Trump, with a focus on their economic, political, and international ramifications. Drawing upon evidence from public opinion, industry…