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India's Manufacturing PMI Shows Sustained Growth in Q1 2025

March 2025

A line graph illustrating the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for India's manufacturing sector over the past 12-18 months would likely show an ascending trend, indicating economic expansion. CSAT aspirants could be asked to analyze the rate of increase, identify periods of accelerated or decelerated growth, or compare it to previous years' performance. This tests the ability to interpret economic indicators and their implications for the broader economy.

UPSC Angle: Interpretation of economic indicators, rate of change analysis, comparison with historical data, and understanding implications for policy and growth.

Global Food Prices Stabilize After Volatile Period in 2024

February 2025

A line graph depicting the FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) from 2023 to early 2025 might show an initial period of high volatility or an ascending trend, followed by a period of stabilization or a slight descending trend. Aspirants could be asked to identify the period of highest volatility, calculate the percentage change during stabilization, or infer the impact of global events on food security trends. This involves recognizing irregular fluctuations and subsequent trend shifts.

UPSC Angle: Analysis of global economic trends, identifying periods of stability/volatility, calculating percentage changes, and understanding the impact of external factors on commodity prices.