What is DA (Dearness Allowance)?
DA (Dearness Allowance) is a salary adjustment provided to employees, typically in the public sector, to offset the impact of inflation on their purchasing power. In the United States, while DA is not as commonly used as in other countries like India, it may occasionally refer to adjustments made to government employees’ wages or pensions to account for cost-of-living increases. The allowance is typically calculated based on changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and is intended to help employees maintain their standard of living despite inflation.