N A L A N D A O P E N U N I V E R S I T Y
M.A. Economics, Part-II
PAPER-XV
(Bihar's Economics)
Annual Examination, 2018
Time: 3 Hours Full Marks: 80
Answer any Five Questions. All questions carry equal marks.
1. Discuss political economy of underdevelopment of Bihar.
2. Discuss health problems in Bihar.
3. Describe the causes of population explosion in Bihar. Discuss measure to alleviate this problem.
4. Discuss the importance of agriculture in Bihar.
5. Critically evaluate different sources of agricultural credit in Bihar.
6. Examine the causes of subdivision and fragmentation of holdings in Bihar. Has the plan of
consolidation of holdings been a success in Bihar
7. Discuss the problem of flood control and management in Bihar.
8. Analyse the problems of cottage and small scale industries in Bihar. Suggest measures for
improvement.
9. Discuss the present position of road transport in Bihar.
10. Examine the problem of unemployment in Bihar. How can this problem be tackled