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Policy Beyond Politics

Centre for Public Policy Research
Public Choice Theory
Democracy
Majoritarian Voting
Market Failure
Government Role
Self-Interest
Low-Fee Private Schools
Government Education System
Economic Theory
Regulatory Challenges
India
Multi-Plant Strategy
Right To Education Act
Education Quality
Teacher Shortage
Learning Outcomes
Manufacturing Sector
GDP
Abhishek Anand
Naveen Thomas

Discussions and interviews with guests who are eminent policy researchers and practitioners on contemporary public policy issues (widely debated or conveniently missed), curated by the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR). CPPR, based in Kochi (Kerala, India), is an independent, public policy think-tank dedicated to in-depth research and scientific analysis with the objective of delivering act... more

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Public policy shapes our lives, but how these decisions are made is often misunderstood.

This CPPR podcast—the first of our five-part series on the book, "Public Choice – A Primer" by Dr Eamonn Butler—introduces our audience to Public Choice Theory.... more

Private schools educate nearly one-third of India’s students, with Low-Fee Private Schools (LFPS) serving the majority from low and middle-income families.

Despite their vital role, LFPS struggle under rigid regulations—land and infrastructure manda... more

India’s manufacturing sector, despite liberalization and decades of economic reforms, continues to underperform relative to its potential.

A recent study, “Multiplying Multi-Plants: A New and Consequential Phenomenon” by Arvind Subramanian, Abhishek... more

India’s sports industry is booming, with leagues like the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Indian Super League (ISL) contributing billions to the economy. The IPL alone is valued at $16.4 billion in 2024, with other leagues following suit.

However, ... more

Kerala has a rapidly ageing population, with the proportion of senior citizens (aged 60 and above) projected to reach 22.8% by 2036, significantly higher than the national average of 15%. This demographic shift poses challenges for the state in terms... more

In this episode, we explore the need for decriminalisation, simplification, and digitisation in business regulations. We dissect the implications of the Jan Vishwas Act and proposed amendments and delve into the progress of decriminalisation across t... more

In the 2023 annual Gender Gap Report by the World Economic Forum (WEF), India saw an advancement in its ranking, now positioned at 127 out of 146 countries, marking an improvement of eight places compared to the previous year. However, the report emp... more

Generative AI is projected to increase annual global GDP to the amount of trillions if implemented properly, according to analysts. What is India’s stake in this new global phenomenon? In today's podcast, we look at generative AI and LLMs, the issues... more

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Episode: EP 65 | Public Choice Theory - An Introduction

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EP 63 | The Hidden Side of Manufacturing: Inside India’s Strategy of Multi-Plants
Q: Why are multi-plant firms generally less productive than single-plant firms of a similar size?
Multi-plant firms face complexities in management and coordination, leading to lower efficiencies and missed economies of scale. Additionally, they do not benefit from the agglomeration effects that larger consolidated plants enjoy, making them less competitive globally.
EP 63 | The Hidden Side of Manufacturing: Inside India’s Strategy of Multi-Plants
Q: Could you help us understand what exactly are multi-plants and why have they become such a prevalent feature in India's manufacturing ecosystem?
Multi-plants are when a firm organizes production of the same product in multiple factories instead of one. This trend has been prevalent due to historical factors like regulatory caps and has persisted despite liberalization due to constraints and uncertainties in the manufacturing environment.
EP 65 | Public Choice Theory - An Introduction
Q: How does the public choice challenge the assumption that government acts purely in the public interest?
Public choice theory suggests that political decisions can favor organized lobbies at the expense of broader public interests, questioning the benevolence of government actions.
EP 65 | Public Choice Theory - An Introduction
Q: Why do we apply economic thinking into politics?
Economic thinking is applied to politics to understand decision-making processes and challenges in democracy, emphasizing the role of incentives and individual behaviors.
EP 65 | Public Choice Theory - An Introduction
Q: What is public choice and why does it matter to ordinary citizens?
Public choice theory applies economic principles to understand political behavior, highlighting that individuals in politics often act out of self-interest, impacting democracy and governance.

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