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Gold Obsession: India's Costly Glitter Habit

Published Sunday, June 14, 2026

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  • Critique of Gold Obsession — 1 source

Coverage is limited to a single Indian center-left perspective, lacking alternative economic or cultural viewpoints on gold's role.

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This story critically examines India's cultural obsession with gold, highlighting its significant economic impact, such as the import of approximately 72 billion dollars' worth of gold in FY26, constituting nearly 10% of the total import bill. The narrative questions the intrinsic value of gold and its broader social and economic consequences for the nation.

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  • In FY26, India imported about 72 billion dollars’ worth of gold, which accounted for nearly 10% of the total import bill.

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Critique of Gold Obsession
  • The Hindu

    The Hindu, from an Indian centre-left perspective, critically examines India's cultural obsession with gold and other precious metals, arguing against their perceived essential status due to their lack of intrinsic value and negative economic and social consequences.

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