India was a socialist state until 1991. The government controlled means of production.

It was only after radical economic reforms from 1991-96 that Indians gained economic freedom.

Since then, 400 million people have been lifted out of poverty. 

It is one of the greatest humanitarian accomplishments of the 20th century.

India was a socialist state until 1991. The government controlled means of production.

It was only after radical economic reforms from 1991-96 that Indians gained economic freedom.

Since then, 400 million people have been lifted out of poverty. 

It is one of the greatest humanitarian accomplishments of the 20th century.

https://www.shreyashariharan.com/1991-when-india-gained-economic-freedom