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Apr 27, 2001
Indian Agriculture and Reform : Concerns, Issues and Agenda
Professor Parthasarathy garu, Vice Chancellor Radhakrishna, Prof Sathyanarayana and friends. I am honoured by the fact that you have invited me to deliver the Presidential address. When the organisers first spoke to me about this lecture, I humbly submitted to Professor Parthasarathy that, in the past, many eminent personalities like Governor, Dr. Rangarajan, Professor G.S. Bhalla, Professor Vyas, Dr. K. Subba Rao and Professor Radhakrishna had delivered this address
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Professor Parthasarathy garu, Vice Chancellor Radhakrishna, Prof Sathyanarayana and friends. I am honoured by the fact that you have invited me to deliver the Presidential address. When the organisers first spoke to me about this lecture, I humbly submitted to Professor Parthasarathy that, in the past, many eminent personalities like Governor, Dr. Rangarajan, Professor G.S. Bhalla, Professor Vyas, Dr. K. Subba Rao and Professor Radhakrishna had delivered this address
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Mar 19, 2001
Financial Sector Reforms : An Update
Mr. Kohli, Mr. Krishnamurthy and friends, I am happy to be here again in this gathering of friends in the banking community on the occasion of the annual general meeting of the Indian Banks Association and Bankers Sports Board. I feel that it is more an occasion to conduct focussed business and celebrate rather than one to deliberate on policy issues. Yet as per tradition, I believe that there has to be an address by the chief guest. As a central banker, one always
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Kohli, Mr. Krishnamurthy and friends, I am happy to be here again in this gathering of friends in the banking community on the occasion of the annual general meeting of the Indian Banks Association and Bankers Sports Board. I feel that it is more an occasion to conduct focussed business and celebrate rather than one to deliberate on policy issues. Yet as per tradition, I believe that there has to be an address by the chief guest. As a central banker, one always
Mar 15, 2001
Implementation of Financial Standards and Codes: Indian Perspective and Approach
In this paper it is proposed to describe the Indian perspective and approach in regard to the implementation of international financial standards and codes advocated by the Financial Stability Forum(FSF). The Indian efforts in this direction also seek to complement and support the ongoing initiatives of the G-20 aimed at encouraging implementation of standards and codes among member countries.The paper is schematized as follows. Section I explains Indias stand on glo
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
In this paper it is proposed to describe the Indian perspective and approach in regard to the implementation of international financial standards and codes advocated by the Financial Stability Forum(FSF). The Indian efforts in this direction also seek to complement and support the ongoing initiatives of the G-20 aimed at encouraging implementation of standards and codes among member countries.The paper is schematized as follows. Section I explains Indias stand on glo
Feb 09, 2001
Central Banking in the New Millennium*
Mr. Chairman Kohli, Mr. Narang and friends. I am happy to be here among bank economists to deliver the customary valedictory address of the Bank Economists Conference. I find that the subject chosen for this year is very broad and relates to the whole of the banking sector. I carefully read the papers presented at the Conference and I find the coverage to be comprehensive and analysis insightful as usual. The current year's Conference also had the benefit of special p
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman Kohli, Mr. Narang and friends. I am happy to be here among bank economists to deliver the customary valedictory address of the Bank Economists Conference. I find that the subject chosen for this year is very broad and relates to the whole of the banking sector. I carefully read the papers presented at the Conference and I find the coverage to be comprehensive and analysis insightful as usual. The current year's Conference also had the benefit of special p
Jan 15, 2001
"Indias Economy in the Twenty-First Century: A New Beginning or A False Dawn"
I am grateful to Dr. Kapila Vatsayayan and Shri N.N. Vohra for inviting me to deliver the Dr. C.D.Deshmukh Memorial Lecture today. This annual Lecture in memory of one of Indias most distinguished thinkers and policy makers is a highly prestigious occasion, and one of the highlights of the India International Centre (IIC) calendar of events. When I was first asked, I must confess that I was reluctant as I was not sure whether matters which dominate my professional li
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
I am grateful to Dr. Kapila Vatsayayan and Shri N.N. Vohra for inviting me to deliver the Dr. C.D.Deshmukh Memorial Lecture today. This annual Lecture in memory of one of Indias most distinguished thinkers and policy makers is a highly prestigious occasion, and one of the highlights of the India International Centre (IIC) calendar of events. When I was first asked, I must confess that I was reluctant as I was not sure whether matters which dominate my professional li
Dec 07, 2000
Summary of the Welcome Remarks by Dr.Bimal Jalan, Governor, at the 11th C.D. Deshmukh Memorial Lecture
On behalf of the Reserve Bank of India and myself, I am very happy to welcome Professor Charles Goodhart to Mumbai to deliver the Eleventh C.D. Deshmukh Memorial Lecture. Prof. Goodhart’s work, both as a Central Banker and as an economic thinker, is well known and he hardly needs any introduction before this audience. Educated at Cambridge and Harvard Universities, he has held several high academic positions, and is at present the Norman Sosnow Profesor of Banking and
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
On behalf of the Reserve Bank of India and myself, I am very happy to welcome Professor Charles Goodhart to Mumbai to deliver the Eleventh C.D. Deshmukh Memorial Lecture. Prof. Goodhart’s work, both as a Central Banker and as an economic thinker, is well known and he hardly needs any introduction before this audience. Educated at Cambridge and Harvard Universities, he has held several high academic positions, and is at present the Norman Sosnow Profesor of Banking and
Nov 24, 2000
Pension System in India : A Central Bankers Perspective
Mr. Chairman and friends, At the outset I wish to compliment the Asian Development Bank Institute and others who are sponsoring this policy Conference. The Conference is rightly addressing the policy issues as well as practical skills involved in examining and improving the pension systems in South Asian countries. The approach of enabling of sharing of experiences and views among South Asian countries and, with multilateral institutions is commendable. My comments to
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, At the outset I wish to compliment the Asian Development Bank Institute and others who are sponsoring this policy Conference. The Conference is rightly addressing the policy issues as well as practical skills involved in examining and improving the pension systems in South Asian countries. The approach of enabling of sharing of experiences and views among South Asian countries and, with multilateral institutions is commendable. My comments to
Nov 24, 2000
Fiscal Reforms at State-level : Review and Prospects
Mr. Chairman and friends, I must compliment the organisers of this conclave for choosing a subject of vital importance to our economy and society and, making excellent arrangements for a comprehensive but focussed discussion. This is a good opportunity to present Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) perspectives on fiscal reforms at State level. The presentation is divided into five parts, viz. role of RBI in the State finances; review of fiscal reform effort; changing role
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, I must compliment the organisers of this conclave for choosing a subject of vital importance to our economy and society and, making excellent arrangements for a comprehensive but focussed discussion. This is a good opportunity to present Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) perspectives on fiscal reforms at State level. The presentation is divided into five parts, viz. role of RBI in the State finances; review of fiscal reform effort; changing role
Oct 30, 2000
Indian Economy : 1950; 2000; 2020
Friends, I have many reasons for being delighted to be participating in the Swarna Mahotsavam of Vivek Vardhini College. I must appreciate the persuasive skills of Principal Dr. Pushpavathi for bringing me here. Being a Hyderabadi, I have several distinguished colleagues and friends who are faculty and alumni of Vivek Vardhini College. The founding fathers of Vivek Vardhini were real visionaries who were pioneers in projecting a genuine Indian slant to education; we m
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I have many reasons for being delighted to be participating in the Swarna Mahotsavam of Vivek Vardhini College. I must appreciate the persuasive skills of Principal Dr. Pushpavathi for bringing me here. Being a Hyderabadi, I have several distinguished colleagues and friends who are faculty and alumni of Vivek Vardhini College. The founding fathers of Vivek Vardhini were real visionaries who were pioneers in projecting a genuine Indian slant to education; we m
Jul 13, 2000
Capital Flows and Self Reliance Redefined
Mr. President and friends, I consider it a great privilege and an honour to be invited to deliver the 27th Frank Moraes Memorial Lecture. While I did not have the privilege of meeting Mr. Frank Moraes, I am an admirer of his writings, which are at once, objective, informative, illuminating, and inspiring. I must compliment the United Writers Association for keeping alive his memory in a befitting manner. I must also compliment the organisers for their tradition of inv
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. President and friends, I consider it a great privilege and an honour to be invited to deliver the 27th Frank Moraes Memorial Lecture. While I did not have the privilege of meeting Mr. Frank Moraes, I am an admirer of his writings, which are at once, objective, informative, illuminating, and inspiring. I must compliment the United Writers Association for keeping alive his memory in a befitting manner. I must also compliment the organisers for their tradition of inv
Jul 08, 2000
Analysing Economic Policy and Sourcing Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I have great pleasure in being with you today to share some thoughts relating to analysis of economic policy, and I am thankful to respected journalist Shri Potturi Venkateswara Rao Garu for giving me this opportunity. It is a memorable day for me to share the podium with our Chief Minister, Shri Chandrababu Naidu garu. We have known each other closely for about two decades and have subsisting regard and affection for each other. He has changed the mindset of
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I have great pleasure in being with you today to share some thoughts relating to analysis of economic policy, and I am thankful to respected journalist Shri Potturi Venkateswara Rao Garu for giving me this opportunity. It is a memorable day for me to share the podium with our Chief Minister, Shri Chandrababu Naidu garu. We have known each other closely for about two decades and have subsisting regard and affection for each other. He has changed the mindset of
Jun 24, 2000
Issues in Managing Capital Account Liberalisation
The objectives of this presentation are:(i) To suggest the need of some of the developing countries for managing capital account, implying elements of control, regulation and liberalisation as appropriate.(ii) to emphasise the importance of both international and national context in the management of capital account.(iii) to outline the contours of control and regulatory framework and the possible use of these in prioritising capital flows while suggesting the dynamic
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
The objectives of this presentation are:(i) To suggest the need of some of the developing countries for managing capital account, implying elements of control, regulation and liberalisation as appropriate.(ii) to emphasise the importance of both international and national context in the management of capital account.(iii) to outline the contours of control and regulatory framework and the possible use of these in prioritising capital flows while suggesting the dynamic
Jun 22, 2000
Operationalising Capital Account Liberalisation : Indian Experience
The objective of this paper is to narrate the Indian experience in operationalising capital account liberalisation. At the outset, the Indian context is described followed by a brief account of the factors that triggered the process of liberalisation in the nineties. The policy framework that governed liberalisation, the process of liberalisation and the current framework of controls are then explained. Subsequent sections describe the management of capital account a
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
The objective of this paper is to narrate the Indian experience in operationalising capital account liberalisation. At the outset, the Indian context is described followed by a brief account of the factors that triggered the process of liberalisation in the nineties. The policy framework that governed liberalisation, the process of liberalisation and the current framework of controls are then explained. Subsequent sections describe the management of capital account a
Jun 13, 2000
Changing Role of RBI: Agenda for Attention
Mr. Chairman and friends, I am grateful to the organisers of the Madon Memorial Lecture for inviting me to deliver this Lecture. That the contributions of Shri B.F. Madon are of lasting value is evident from the fact that although, over seventy years have elapsed since he passed away, lectures in his memory are organised, and the response is still overwhelming. There are several reasons why I feel especially elated at my association with this lecture series. First, Ma
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, I am grateful to the organisers of the Madon Memorial Lecture for inviting me to deliver this Lecture. That the contributions of Shri B.F. Madon are of lasting value is evident from the fact that although, over seventy years have elapsed since he passed away, lectures in his memory are organised, and the response is still overwhelming. There are several reasons why I feel especially elated at my association with this lecture series. First, Ma
May 05, 2000
Pro-Poor Growth: New Realities and Emerging Questions
Friends, I am thankful to the organisers for inviting me to participate in this Seminar. The document of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on the subject is very comprehensive and incisive. It is difficult to add much to it so far as strategies outlined therein are concerned. There are, however, some new realities, especially due to compulsions of globalisation and technological progress that impinge on policies relating to poverty alleviation. Similarly, the changing
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Friends, I am thankful to the organisers for inviting me to participate in this Seminar. The document of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on the subject is very comprehensive and incisive. It is difficult to add much to it so far as strategies outlined therein are concerned. There are, however, some new realities, especially due to compulsions of globalisation and technological progress that impinge on policies relating to poverty alleviation. Similarly, the changing
Mar 18, 2000
Bretton Woods Institutions In 2000
Respected Narasimham garu, Professor Radhakrishna and friends, I am thankful to the organisers for giving me the honour and privilege of delivering the Dr. V.S. Krishna Memorial lecture. Dr. Krishna, a Professor of Economics in this University was chosen by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru to succeed Dr. C.D. Deshmukh as the Chairman of University Grants Commission in 1961. Unfortunately his untimely death soon after he assumed charge deprived the nation of his services. His v
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Respected Narasimham garu, Professor Radhakrishna and friends, I am thankful to the organisers for giving me the honour and privilege of delivering the Dr. V.S. Krishna Memorial lecture. Dr. Krishna, a Professor of Economics in this University was chosen by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru to succeed Dr. C.D. Deshmukh as the Chairman of University Grants Commission in 1961. Unfortunately his untimely death soon after he assumed charge deprived the nation of his services. His v
Feb 25, 2000
Monetary and Fiscal Policy, and Poverty, andPublic Policy: What is New ?
Professor Raja Chelliah, Professor Govinda Rao, and distinguished participants. I am thankful to Professor Rao for giving me the privilege of being part of this distinguished gathering assembled to honour Professor Chelliah. Papers presented in the seminar covered a wide spectrum of theory and practice; analysed a broad range of topics, from inter-governmental issues to poverty alleviation schemes and brought to bear varying experiences of landlocked Nepal, island eco
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Professor Raja Chelliah, Professor Govinda Rao, and distinguished participants. I am thankful to Professor Rao for giving me the privilege of being part of this distinguished gathering assembled to honour Professor Chelliah. Papers presented in the seminar covered a wide spectrum of theory and practice; analysed a broad range of topics, from inter-governmental issues to poverty alleviation schemes and brought to bear varying experiences of landlocked Nepal, island eco
Feb 15, 2000
Legislation on Fiscal Responsibility and Reserve Banks Role : Some Issues
Mr. Chairman and friends, I am thankful to Mr. Mathur for giving me this opportunity to participate in this workshop. Mr. Mathurs letter of invitation stated that "In India there is an urgent need for improved management of national finances", and Reserve Bank of India has been advocating fiscal prudence, especially since the reform process started about a decade ago. The subject is vast and complex, and in this speech, the issues relevant for a legislation on fiscal
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Mr. Chairman and friends, I am thankful to Mr. Mathur for giving me this opportunity to participate in this workshop. Mr. Mathurs letter of invitation stated that "In India there is an urgent need for improved management of national finances", and Reserve Bank of India has been advocating fiscal prudence, especially since the reform process started about a decade ago. The subject is vast and complex, and in this speech, the issues relevant for a legislation on fiscal
Dec 06, 1999
Finance and Development Which Way Now?
The Annual Foundation Lecture of this famous College is an important event in our countrys academic calendar. Several of our most distinguished economists, public administrators and thinkers have shared their thoughts with you on this occasion. I feel privileged to have been invited to deliver this years lecture. My happiness in being able to join you today has been immeasurably enhanced by the presence of Shri M. Narasimham at this function. Shri Narasimhams subst
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India
The Annual Foundation Lecture of this famous College is an important event in our countrys academic calendar. Several of our most distinguished economists, public administrators and thinkers have shared their thoughts with you on this occasion. I feel privileged to have been invited to deliver this years lecture. My happiness in being able to join you today has been immeasurably enhanced by the presence of Shri M. Narasimham at this function. Shri Narasimhams subst
Sep 08, 1999
State and Market: Altering the Boundaries and Emerging New Balances
Chairman Mr. Swaminatha Reddy, Mr. Rao and Mr. Srinivasan, I am delighted to be here among many affectionate friends. I am thankful to my college-mate, batch-mate, cadre-mate and a very affectionate friend, V.K. Srinivasan for giving me this opportunity. The Chairman, Mr. Reddy, has given an excellent overview of what I intend covering in this address today viz., the changing contours of borders between State and market.The altering of the boundaries between State and
Dr. Y. V. Reddy, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Chairman Mr. Swaminatha Reddy, Mr. Rao and Mr. Srinivasan, I am delighted to be here among many affectionate friends. I am thankful to my college-mate, batch-mate, cadre-mate and a very affectionate friend, V.K. Srinivasan for giving me this opportunity. The Chairman, Mr. Reddy, has given an excellent overview of what I intend covering in this address today viz., the changing contours of borders between State and market.The altering of the boundaries between State and
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