{"id":45902,"date":"2026-02-02T07:03:16","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T01:33:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=45902"},"modified":"2026-02-02T07:03:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T01:33:18","slug":"economic-survey-2025-26-highlights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/","title":{"rendered":"Economic Survey 2025\u201326 Highlights: India GDP Growth, Inflation &#038; Fiscal Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Economic_Survey_2025%E2%80%9326_highlights_Indias_GDP_growth_at_74_inflation_trends_fiscal_consolidation_banking_sector_health_and_external_trade_crucial_for_competitive_exams\" >Economic Survey 2025\u201326 highlights India\u2019s GDP growth at 7.4%, inflation trends, fiscal consolidation, banking sector health, and external trade, crucial for competitive exams.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Economic_Survey_2025%E2%80%9326_Indias_Economic_Health_Growth_Outlook_Key_Findings\" >Economic Survey 2025\u201326: India\u2019s Economic Health, Growth Outlook &amp; Key Findings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Strong_Growth_Trajectory_Real_GDP_Potential_Growth\" >Strong Growth Trajectory: Real GDP &amp; Potential Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Inflation_Under_Control_Stable_Prices_Boost_Consumption\" >Inflation Under Control: Stable Prices Boost Consumption<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Fiscal_Strength_Revenue_Growth_Tax_Expansion\" >Fiscal Strength: Revenue Growth &amp; Tax Expansion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Banking_Financial_Sector_Healthier_Balance_Sheets\" >Banking &amp; Financial Sector: Healthier Balance Sheets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#External_Sector_Trade_Exports_Reserves\" >External Sector &amp; Trade: Exports &amp; Reserves<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\" >Why This News Is Important for Competitive Exams<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Core_Economic_Indicator_for_Current_Affairs\" >Core Economic Indicator for Current Affairs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Relevance_Across_Multiple_Government_Exams\" >Relevance Across Multiple Government Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Policy_Implications_Analytical_Insights\" >Policy Implications &amp; Analytical Insights<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Historical_Context_Economic_Survey_Its_Significance\" >Historical Context: Economic Survey &amp; Its Significance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Economic_Survey_2025%E2%80%9326\" >Key Takeaways from Economic Survey 2025\u201326<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_Economic_Survey_2025%E2%80%9326\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions on Economic Survey 2025\u201326<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#1_What_is_the_Economic_Survey_2025%E2%80%9326\" >1. What is the Economic Survey 2025\u201326?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#2_Who_prepares_the_Economic_Survey\" >2. Who prepares the Economic Survey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#3_What_is_the_projected_GDP_growth_for_India_in_FY2025%E2%80%9326\" >3. What is the projected GDP growth for India in FY2025\u201326?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#4_How_is_inflation_trending_according_to_the_2025%E2%80%9326_Survey\" >4. How is inflation trending according to the 2025\u201326 Survey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#5_What_are_the_key_highlights_of_Indias_fiscal_health\" >5. What are the key highlights of India\u2019s fiscal health?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#6_How_is_Indias_banking_and_financial_sector_performing\" >6. How is India\u2019s banking and financial sector performing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#7_What_is_the_significance_of_the_Economic_Survey_for_competitive_exams\" >7. What is the significance of the Economic Survey for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/economic-survey-2025-26-highlights\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Survey_2025%E2%80%9326_highlights_Indias_GDP_growth_at_74_inflation_trends_fiscal_consolidation_banking_sector_health_and_external_trade_crucial_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>Economic Survey 2025\u201326 highlights India\u2019s GDP growth at 7.4%, inflation trends, fiscal consolidation, banking sector health, and external trade, crucial for competitive exams.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Survey_2025%E2%80%9326_Indias_Economic_Health_Growth_Outlook_Key_Findings\"><\/span><strong>Economic Survey 2025\u201326: India\u2019s Economic Health, Growth Outlook &amp; Key Findings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Economic Survey 2025\u201326<\/strong>, presented by Finance Minister <strong>Nirmala Sitharaman<\/strong> in Parliament ahead of the Union Budget 2026\u201327, offers a comprehensive assessment of India\u2019s macroeconomic performance and future prospects. Prepared under the guidance of Chief Economic Advisor <strong>Dr. V. Anantha Nageswaran<\/strong>, this Survey serves as a crucial \u201creport card\u201d of the economy before the annual Budget and provides key insights relevant for policy makers, investors, and exam aspirants alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strong_Growth_Trajectory_Real_GDP_Potential_Growth\"><\/span><strong>Strong Growth Trajectory: Real GDP &amp; Potential Growth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the headline outcomes of the Survey is the robust projection for India\u2019s <strong>GDP growth<\/strong>. The economy is estimated to grow at <strong>7.4% in FY2025\u201326<\/strong>, reaffirming India\u2019s position as the <strong>fastest\u2011growing major economy in the world<\/strong> for the fourth consecutive year. The <strong>Gross Value Added (GVA)<\/strong>, a key indicator of output across sectors, is projected to expand by <strong>7.3%<\/strong> in the same fiscal year. Further, the Survey projects a healthy growth rate of <strong>6.8%\u20137.2% in FY2026\u201327<\/strong>, demonstrating continued resilience amidst global uncertainties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inflation_Under_Control_Stable_Prices_Boost_Consumption\"><\/span><strong>Inflation Under Control: Stable Prices Boost Consumption<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Headline <strong>consumer price inflation averaged around 1.7%<\/strong> during April\u2013December 2025 \u2014 the lowest on record since the CPI series began. Low inflation has helped sustain private consumption, which grew at <strong>7.0%<\/strong>, accounting for more than <strong>61% of GDP<\/strong> \u2014 the highest share in almost a decade. Controlled inflation also increases the purchasing power of households and stronger domestic demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fiscal_Strength_Revenue_Growth_Tax_Expansion\"><\/span><strong>Fiscal Strength: Revenue Growth &amp; Tax Expansion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fiscal health indicators show credible consolidation. <strong>Central government revenue receipts<\/strong> rose to <strong>9.2% of GDP<\/strong> in FY2025, reflecting improved tax compliance and buoyant tax collections. Income tax filings grew significantly from <strong>6.9 crore in FY2022 to 9.2 crore in FY2025<\/strong>, and <strong>GST collections<\/strong> remained strong at \u20b917.4 lakh crore (April\u2013December 2025). Sovereign credit ratings also improved with upgrades from multiple agencies during 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Banking_Financial_Sector_Healthier_Balance_Sheets\"><\/span><strong>Banking &amp; Financial Sector: Healthier Balance Sheets<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The banking sector posted impressive improvements, with <strong>Gross Non\u2011Performing Asset (GNPA)<\/strong> ratios declining to a <strong>multi\u2011decadal low of 2.2%<\/strong> in September 2025. Credit growth accelerated to around <strong>14.5%<\/strong>, and financial inclusion deepened with over <strong>55 crore Jan Dhan accounts<\/strong> opened. The number of unique investors exceeded 12 crore, with a quarter of them being women. This reflects greater financial stability and inclusivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"External_Sector_Trade_Exports_Reserves\"><\/span><strong>External Sector &amp; Trade: Exports &amp; Reserves<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s external sector remained resilient, with <strong>services exports reaching an all\u2011time high of USD 387.6 billion<\/strong> and merchandise exports doubling their share over the past decade. Forex reserves stood at a comfortable <strong>USD 701.4 billion<\/strong>, covering nearly <strong>11 months of imports<\/strong>. These trends helped cushion the current account and strengthened global economic integration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Economic-Survey-2025\u201326-highlights\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Economic Survey 2025\u201326 highlights\" title=\"Economic Survey 2025\u201326 highlights\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Economic Survey 2025\u201326 highlights<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Is Important for Competitive Exams<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Core_Economic_Indicator_for_Current_Affairs\"><\/span><strong>Core Economic Indicator for Current Affairs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Economic Survey<\/strong> is among the most important documents in the Indian economic calendar. It not only sets the <strong>growth narrative ahead of the Union Budget<\/strong> but also provides data, analysis, and forecasts that are widely asked in <strong>General Studies papers<\/strong> of exams like <strong>UPSC Civil Services<\/strong>, <strong>State PSCs<\/strong>, and banking exams. Questions on <strong>GDP growth forecasts, inflation trends, fiscal consolidation, and sectoral performances<\/strong> often appear in both prelims and mains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_Across_Multiple_Government_Exams\"><\/span><strong>Relevance Across Multiple Government Exams<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For exams like <strong>SSC CGL, Railway RRB, Defence and Police Staff Selection<\/strong>, understanding macroeconomic trends helps in both <strong>quantitative aptitude and reasoning sections (through economy data)<\/strong> as well as <strong>current affairs sections<\/strong>. Banking exams especially emphasize knowledge of <strong>inflation management, credit growth, financial inclusion, and banking sector health<\/strong> \u2014 all covered in the latest Survey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Policy_Implications_Analytical_Insights\"><\/span><strong>Policy Implications &amp; Analytical Insights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the Survey discusses <strong>monetary and fiscal policy mix<\/strong>, <strong>economic reforms<\/strong>, and <strong>structural sectors<\/strong>, it is useful for essay writing, interviews, and GD topics. Aspirants get analytical insights into how the economy is steering through global challenges and what structural reforms might boost future growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Economic_Survey_Its_Significance\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context: Economic Survey &amp; Its Significance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Economic Survey<\/strong> is an annual report prepared by the <strong>Ministry of Finance<\/strong>, usually presented a day before the <strong>Union Budget<\/strong> in Parliament. It outlines the performance of the Indian economy over the past year and provides projections, trends, and policy recommendations. Historically, this document has been a <strong>primary source for economic data and trend analysis<\/strong> for policymakers and students alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the 1991 reforms, India\u2019s economic surveys have increasingly emphasized market reforms, fiscal discipline, and integration with global trade. Over the last decade, surveys have focused on issues such as <strong>financial inclusion (PMJDY)<\/strong>, <strong>digital transformation (UPI, fintech expansion)<\/strong>, and <strong>industrial competitiveness<\/strong> through programs like <strong>PLI schemes<\/strong>. The Economic Survey 2025\u201326 continues this tradition by presenting data on macroeconomic stability, inflation management, and sectoral expansion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Economic_Survey_2025%E2%80%9326\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from Economic Survey 2025\u201326<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India\u2019s real GDP growth for FY2025\u201326 projected at <strong>7.4%<\/strong> \u2014 fastest among major economies.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Headline <strong>inflation averaged 1.7%<\/strong>, the lowest since CPI series inception.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Banking sector health improved with <strong>GNPA at 2.2%<\/strong> and strong credit growth.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Fiscal consolidation strengthened with rising <strong>tax base and sovereign upgrades<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>External sector strong with <strong>record services exports and forex reserves ~USD 701.4 billion<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Economic Survey 2025\u201326 highlights<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_Economic_Survey_2025%E2%80%9326\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions on Economic Survey 2025\u201326<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_Economic_Survey_2025%E2%80%9326\"><\/span><strong>1. What is the Economic Survey 2025\u201326?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Economic Survey 2025\u201326 is an annual report prepared by the <strong>Ministry of Finance<\/strong>, assessing India\u2019s macroeconomic performance, sectoral growth, fiscal health, and providing policy recommendations ahead of the Union Budget 2026\u201327.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Who_prepares_the_Economic_Survey\"><\/span><strong>2. Who prepares the Economic Survey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Survey is prepared under the guidance of the <strong>Chief Economic Advisor (CEA)<\/strong>, currently <strong>Dr. V. Anantha Nageswaran<\/strong>, with inputs from the Economic Division of the Ministry of Finance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_projected_GDP_growth_for_India_in_FY2025%E2%80%9326\"><\/span><strong>3. What is the projected GDP growth for India in FY2025\u201326?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Survey estimates <strong>India\u2019s real GDP growth at 7.4%<\/strong>, positioning India as the <strong>fastest-growing major economy<\/strong> globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_is_inflation_trending_according_to_the_2025%E2%80%9326_Survey\"><\/span><strong>4. How is inflation trending according to the 2025\u201326 Survey?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Headline consumer price inflation averaged <strong>1.7%<\/strong> during April\u2013December 2025, the <strong>lowest since the inception of the CPI series<\/strong>, indicating stable prices and strong purchasing power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_are_the_key_highlights_of_Indias_fiscal_health\"><\/span><strong>5. What are the key highlights of India\u2019s fiscal health?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Revenue receipts increased to <strong>9.2% of GDP<\/strong>, income tax filings rose to <strong>9.2 crore<\/strong>, and GST collections remained strong at <strong>\u20b917.4 lakh crore<\/strong>, reflecting better compliance and fiscal consolidation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_is_Indias_banking_and_financial_sector_performing\"><\/span><strong>6. How is India\u2019s banking and financial sector performing?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>GNPA ratio declined to 2.2%<\/strong>, credit growth accelerated to <strong>14.5%<\/strong>, and over <strong>55 crore Jan Dhan accounts<\/strong> were active, showing stronger financial stability and inclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_the_significance_of_the_Economic_Survey_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span><strong>7. 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