Rahul Gandhi vows wealth redistribution if Congress wins, proposing a census to assess population and backward caste status, followed by wealth survey. Economic inequality, rising since the 1990s in India, prompts global concern. Progressive tax systems and cash transfer programs aim at redistribution, akin to models in Finland, Sweden, and the USA.
The recovery was aided by benefits received through welfare schemes of both state and central governments, which helped bolster support for those households that lost their earnings due to the pandemic. However, financial inclusion at the bottom of the pyramid needs to be enhanced to ensure they are not overwhelmed by informal debt.
The rise in smartphone, internet users in rural India and YouTube's monetisation strategies are drawing many, but making it big can still be a long shot.
For every success story, there are countless others who struggle to monetise their content. Also, not everyone has an equal opportunity to reap the benefits of making an income from such platforms.