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Economics: An Introduction

Gujarat Board · Class 11 · Economics

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Topics in Economics: An Introduction

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1.1 Meaning and Origin of Economics

  • The word 'Economics' in Indian thought is 'Arthshastra' derived from Sanskrit word 'Artha' meaning purpose or goal
  • Arthshastra means 'the science of benefits or purpose in practical life'
  • English word 'Economics' comes from Greek word 'Oikonomos' where 'Oikos' means household and 'Nomos' means management
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1.2 Economics in Indian Thought

  • Indian culture is over 5000 years old with rich philosophical insights
  • Four Purusharthas: Dharma (righteousness), Artha (wealth/purpose), Kama (desire), Moksha (liberation)
  • Activities for 'Artha' are the subject matter of economics
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1.3 Development of Economics in the West

  • Aristotle gave early views in 'Oeconomien'
  • Industrial Revolution led to specialization in knowledge
  • Adam Smith pioneered economics as specialized science with 'Wealth of Nations' (1776)
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1.4 Economic vs Non-Economic Activities

  • Not all human activities are subject to economic study
  • Economic activities have specific characteristics: purpose of economic gain, exchange involvement, cost-benefit analysis

Key Concepts

Economics comes from Greek word 'Oikonomos'Economic activities are performed withMicroeconomics studies individual economic units likeEconomic data can be presented descriptively

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