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. raising reserve requirements
C. persuasion and advice to banks to follow monetary policy objectives
D. legal penalties on banks
Answer: Option C
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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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
The 'Banking Ombudsman' is appointed for a tenure of:
A. 5 years
B. 1 year
C. 3 years
D. 6 years

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Banking Ombudsmen are appointed for a three-year term.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'National Commission for Women' is a:
A. judicial body
B. private body
C. constitutional body
D. statutory body

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The National Commission for Women is a statutory body established in 1992.

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Question #3
The concept of 'Universal Basic Income' proposes:
A. Only unemployment insurance for the temporarily jobless
B. Only targeted transfers to the poor conditional on work
C. Only in-kind transfers
D. An unconditional cash transfer paid regularly to all individuals regardless of employment status or income

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Universal basic income is a policy proposal under which every citizen receives a regular, unconditional sum of money from the government, irrespective of other income or employment status.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1