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The myth of Indias extreme inequality: What the data gets wrong

Recent studies reveal a misrepresentation of income inequality in India, challenging the commonly accepted pre-tax Gini coefficient of 0.61. This figure fails to account for essential government welfare initiatives, including vital provisions like food and housing. These initiatives remarkably alter the inequality landscape, bringing the post-fiscal Gini down to approximately 0.

20 Apr 2026 11:47 pm