Bangladesh's 2026 per capita GDP to reach $2,886, surpassing India's $2,749
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Growth, inflation & macro indicators· Prelims·
Economic indicators and PPP: a key GS3 topic for comparing regional economic development.
Why in news
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reported that Bangladesh's 2026 per capita GDP is projected to reach $2,886, surpassing India's projected $2,749.
Background
The IMF reports Bangladesh's per capita GDP will reach $2,886 in 2026, while India's is projected at $2,749. India leads in purchasing power parity (PPP) at $12,998 compared to Bangladesh's $10,884.
Facts for Prelims
- FactBangladesh's projected 2026 per capita GDP: $2,886
- FactIndia's projected 2026 per capita GDP: $2,749
- FactIndia's purchasing power parity (PPP): $12,998
- FactBangladesh's purchasing power parity (PPP): $10,884
- FactBangladesh's garment industry size: $38bn
Prelims practice question
What is the projected purchasing power parity (PPP) for India according to the IMF report?
- (a)$10,884
- (b)$15,500
- (c)$9,200
- (d)$12,998
Show answer
Answer: (d) $12,998 — The note states India's purchasing power parity (PPP) is $12,998.
For Mains
Q. Analyze the factors driving per capita GDP growth in South Asian economies and the significance of Purchasing Power Parity in assessing economic development.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Structural divergence: High reliance on garment exports and remittances vs. diversified industrial growth
- Macroeconomic headwinds: Impact of global energy shocks and high domestic inflation on per capita income
- PPP disparity: Discrepancy between nominal GDP growth and actual purchasing power in South Asia
Keywords: Purchasing Power Parity · Per Capita GDP · Macroeconomic Stability · Remittance-led growth · Inflationary pressure
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