Moral suasion by the RBI refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Moral suasion by the RBI refers to:
A. buying securities from banks
B. persuasion and advice to banks to follow monetary policy objectives
C. raising reserve requirements
D. legal penalties on banks
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Moral suasion is a non-statutory instrument of persuasion by the RBI to influence bank behaviour.

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Question #1
The 'Phillips curve' in the long run is generally considered to be:
A. horizontal
B. upward sloping
C. vertical at the natural rate of unemployment
D. downward sloping

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The long-run Phillips curve is vertical, implying no permanent trade-off between inflation and unemployment.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation' is responsible for:
A. official statistics and programme implementation
B. banking regulation
C. foreign trade
D. monetary policy

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
MoSPI handles official statistics and programme implementation.

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Question #3
The 'Lorenz curve' is a graph showing:
A. GDP growth
B. inflation over time
C. income distribution
D. unemployment

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Lorenz curve graphically represents the distribution of income or wealth.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1