Ten themes of Union Budget 2017

NEW DELHI: Finance Minister Arun Jaitley listed 10 themes for Budget 2017 to convey the overall thrust of his proposals. Most of these suggest a cautious approach to economy without taking recourse to populist measures.

Below are the 10 themes that encapsulate Arun Jaitley's agenda:

1. Farmers, for whom we have committed to double the income in five years.

2. Rural population: Providing employment and basic infrastructure

3. Youth: Energising them through education, skills and jobs.

4. Poor and the underprivileged: Strengthening the systems of social security, health care and affordable housing.

5. Infrastructure: For efficiency, productivity and quality of life.

6. Financial sector: Growth and stability through stronger institutions

7. Digital economy: For speed, accountability and transparency.

8. Public service: Effective governance and efficient service delivery through people’s participation.

9. Prudent fiscal management: To ensure optimal deployment of resources and preserve fiscal stability.

10. Tax Administration: Honouring the honest.