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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The Kelkar Task Forces were expert committees chaired by economist Vijay Kelkar that recommended reforms in India's direct and indirect taxation, fiscal consolidation, and infrastructure financing.
- Which two domains did the 2002 Kelkar Task Forces address?
- How is the Kelkar Task Force linked to the FRBM Act?
- What did the 2012 Kelkar Committee recommend?
- How should candidates distinguish Kelkar from the Chelliah Committee?

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