Themes & Sub-themes
IEC 2026 — Research Areas of Interest
Manuscripts that seek to focus on themes and sub-themes given below are most welcome. Please note that these are only representative. Contributions on related studies within the realms of Economics, Finance, Development Studies & related areas are greatly solicited.
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Economic Growth and Development
- Macroeconomic Stability & Economic Growth
- Development Economics & Public Policy
- Inclusive Growth & Income Inequality
- International Trade, Global Value Chains & Competitiveness
- Regional Development & Urbanization
- Rural Development & Livelihoods
- Labour Markets & Employment
- Public Finance & Financial Prudence
- Energy Security & Market Stability
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Sustainability and Climate Action
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Climate Change, Adaptation and Resilience
- Green Economy & Circular Economy
- Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
- Renewable Energy & Energy Transition
- Sustainable Supply Chains
- Sustainable Consumption & Production
- Climate Finance & Carbon Markets
- Sustainable Financing & Impact Investing
- Sustainable Marketing & Green Consumer Behaviour
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Innovation and Digital Transformation
- Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Economy
- Digital Economy & Digital Public Infrastructure
- Industry 5.0 & Smart Manufacturing
- FinTech, Blockchain & Digital Finance
- Big Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
- Digital Governance & Smart Cities
- Innovation Management
- Technology for Sustainable Development
- Electrification of Automobile Industry
4
Business, Entrepreneurship and Competitive Economy
- Strategic Management & Business Transformation
- Entrepreneurship & Start-up Ecosystems
- MSMEs & Economic Development
- Family Business & Business Sustainability
- Innovation & Competitiveness
- Corporate Governance & Business Ethics
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Business Models for Sustainable Growth
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Agriculture, Healthcare and Inclusion
- Sustainable Agriculture and Agri-business
- Food Security and Nutrition
- Healthcare Systems and Health Economics
- Education & New Age Skill Imperatives
- Gender, Equity & Social Inclusion
- Population, Migration & Demographic Change
- Social Innovation & Community Development
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
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Institutional and Policy Frameworks
- Banking & Financial Inclusion
- Self Help Groups and Empowerment
- Non-Government Organisations as Growth Drivers
- Legal Systems, Intellectual Property Rights & Economic Prosperity
- Fiscal Policy for Growth Stabilization
- Tax reforms & Ease of Doing Business
- Growth Implication of Goods & Services Tax
- Budget & Growth
- Make in India, Skill India, Digital India, Smart City Initiatives
- Monetary Policy & Economic Stability
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Emerging Issues and Global Perspectives
- Geopolitics & Global Economic Resilience
- Supply Chain Resilience
- Digital Revolution & Financial Inclusion
- Responsible Innovation
- Cybersecurity & Data Governance
- Circular Business Models
- Sustainable Tourism & Hospitality
- India@2047: Growth, Innovation & Sustainability
- Global Best Practices in Sustainable Development