Basic Statistics Relating to the Indian Economy 1950-51 to 1970-71

Abstract

The document "Basic Statistics Relating to the Indian Economy (1950-1971)" provides a comprehensive statistical overview of India’s economic and social development during the first two decades after independence. Covering population growth, national income, agricultural and industrial production, consumer prices, public finance, infrastructure development, and social indicators, it highlights trends across the first three Five-Year Plans, Annual Plans of 1966-69, and the early Fourth Plan. Key findings include rapid population and agricultural growth, expansion of industrial production, rising consumer prices, and substantial investments in electricity, transportation, and social housing. The report also details labor earnings, public debt, commodity movements, and transport sector performance, showing both progress and challenges in sectors such as railways, roads, and civil aviation. Overall, the data reflects an Indian economy in transition, emphasizing the need for targeted policies to sustain growth, enhance infrastructure, and ensure equitable distribution of economic benefits.