Government securities are also known as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Government securities are also known as:

A. certificates of deposit

B. gilt-edged securities

C. commercial paper

D. corporate bonds

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Government securities are called gilt-edged securities because of low default risk.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1

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The 'dependency ratio' in demography is defined as:

A. dependent population divided by working-age population

B. elderly population divided by children

C. working-age population divided by dependent population

D. rural population divided by urban population

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Dependency ratio = dependent population / working-age population.

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The 'outcome budget' presents:

A. only capital receipts

B. only revenue receipts

C. expected outcomes of government programmes

D. only financial outlays

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
An outcome budget links financial outlays with expected outcomes of government schemes.

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The 'FDI' in insurance sector is allowed up to what percentage?

A. 100%

B. 49%

C. 26%

D. 74%

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
FDI in insurance is allowed up to 74%.

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