Stagflation refers to a situation of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Stagflation refers to a situation of:
A. high inflation and high growth
B. deflation and high growth
C. low inflation and high growth
D. high inflation and high unemployment
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Stagflation is a combination of stagnation (high unemployment) and inflation.

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Question #1
The 'Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan' was launched in:
A. 2009
B. 2005
C. 2014
D. 2012

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan was launched in 2009.

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Question #2
The 'Goods and Services Tax' on electricity is:
A. 0%
B. not under GST
C. 18%
D. 5%

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Electricity is outside GST.

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Question #3
Which of the following is NOT a function of the stock exchange?
A. Providing liquidity to securities
B. Mobilising savings for investment
C. Issuing new currency notes
D. Price discovery of securities

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Issuing currency notes is the function of the central bank. Stock exchanges provide liquidity, facilitate price discovery and help mobilise savings for productive investment.

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