4. HUMAN CAPITAL FORMATION IN INDIA
The chapter discusses the significance of human capital and its formation in India, emphasizing the relationship between education and economic growth. It highlights government expenditures on education and health, methods of human capital formation including training and migration, and the disparities in educational attainment across different regions. Furthermore, it explores the role of education as an essential element for enhancing individual and societal productivity.
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What we have learnt
- Human capital is essential for the overall economic development of a country.
- Investment in education and health contributes to human capital formation.
- The government plays a crucial role in facilitating human capital development through public spending.
Key Concepts
- -- Human Capital
- The skills, knowledge, and experience possessed by an individual viewed in terms of their value or cost to an organization.
- -- Human Development
- A broader concept that emphasizes the well-being of people and their ability to lead long, healthy lives, and make choices they value.
- -- Economic Growth
- An increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over a certain period, often measured by GDP.
- -- Investment in Education
- Expenditures made by individuals or governments to enhance educational outcomes, leading to the formation of human capital.
- -- Onthejob Training
- Practical training provided by an employer to help employees learn the skills needed for their specific job.
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