In the context of monetary policy implementation, the 'Corridor System' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the context of monetary policy implementation, the 'Corridor System' refers to:
A. The absence of any standing facilities
B. Only the range of inflation targets
C. The arrangement in which the policy rate is kept within a standing-facility corridor defined by the lending and deposit rates of the central bank
D. Only the range of fiscal targets
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
In a corridor system the central bank’s overnight lending rate and deposit rate form a corridor within which the interbank rate fluctuates; open-market operations keep the market rate near the centre of the corridor.

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Question #1
In the context of behavioural finance, the 'Disposition Effect' refers to:
A. The tendency of investors to sell winning investments too early and hold losing investments too long
B. Perfectly rational realisation of gains and losses
C. Only the effect of taxes on trading
D. The tendency to sell losers and hold winners

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The disposition effect is the empirical regularity that investors are more likely to realise gains than losses, consistent with prospect-theory value functions and the reluctance to admit mistakes.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'International Development Association' is a part of:
A. WTO
B. United Nations
C. World Bank Group
D. IMF

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
IDA is part of the World Bank Group.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
Which of the following is NOT a function of the World Trade Organisation?
A. Providing a forum for trade negotiations
B. Administering trade agreements
C. Providing long-term development finance
D. Settling trade disputes

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Long-term development finance is the function of the World Bank. The WTO deals with trade rules, negotiations and dispute settlement.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1