Monetization of deficit refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Monetization of deficit refers to:
A. reducing fiscal deficit
B. RBI directly purchasing government securities, increasing money supply
C. increasing foreign aid
D. government selling securities to banks and public
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Monetization of deficit occurs when the central bank directly purchases government securities, creating money.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
The 'government route' for FDI requires:
A. only SEBI approval
B. only RBI approval
C. no approval
D. prior approval from the government

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Government route requires prior approval from the concerned government ministry.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
Which of the following is NOT a type of elasticity of demand?
A. Supply elasticity of demand
B. Price elasticity
C. Income elasticity
D. Cross elasticity

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Elasticity of demand includes price elasticity, income elasticity and cross elasticity. Elasticity of supply is a separate concept relating to supply response.

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Question #3
Which of the following is not a determinant of money demand in Keynesian theory?
A. Precautionary motive
B. Speculative motive
C. Depreciation motive
D. Transactions motive

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Keynes identified transactions, precautionary and speculative motives for holding money, not depreciation motive.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1