For the first several decades of its independence, India pursued ______ policies.

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For the first several decades of its independence, India pursued import-substituting policies, which involved producing goods domestically in order to reduce reliance on imports. This was done through protectionist measures such as tariffs and subsidies for domestic industries. Only in the 1990s did India shift towards more open market policies and a greater emphasis on export-oriented growth.

For the First Several Decades of Its Independence, India Pursued