India's Macroeconomic Performance: A Descriptive Study Based on Economic Surveys (2017–18 to 2025–26)

Abstract: India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world despite facing multiple global and domestic challenges over the last decade. This study provides a comprehensive descriptive analysis of India’s macroeconomic performance using secondary data from Economic Surveys covering the period 2017–18 to 2025–26. The study examines key indicators such as GDP growth, inflation, sectoral composition, employment trends, and external sector stability through tabular and graphical representation. The findings reveal that India’s economic growth has remained resilient, driven largely by domestic demand and the services sector. However, structural challenges persist in the form of low agricultural productivity, insufficient manufacturing growth, and employment generation issues. The study emphasizes the importance of policy reforms, human capital development, and technological advancement for sustaining long-term inclusive growth.