The 'automatic route' for FDI means: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'automatic route' for FDI means:
A. no prior approval is required
B. prior approval is required
C. only government companies can invest
D. only foreign individuals can invest
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Under the automatic route, FDI does not require prior government approval.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
In the context of international climate finance, the 'Loss and Damage' agenda refers to:
A. Only private insurance markets
B. Only mitigation finance
C. Support for developing countries facing irreversible impacts of climate change that cannot be adapted to
D. Only adaptation finance within national borders

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Loss and damage refers to the adverse effects of climate change that cannot be avoided through mitigation or adaptation; the agenda seeks financial and technical support for particularly vulnerable countries.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The term 'Quantitative Restrictions' on imports refer to:
A. Limits on the quantity or value of goods that can be imported
B. Tariffs only
C. Export subsidies
D. Exchange rate controls only

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Quantitative restrictions (QRs) are non-tariff barriers that limit the volume or value of imports, such as quotas and licensing requirements.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
In the Keynesian framework, the paradox of thrift states that:
A. Thrift is always beneficial for economic growth
B. An increase in saving by all individuals may lead to a fall in aggregate income and saving
C. An increase in saving by all individuals leads to higher aggregate saving and income
D. Saving always equals investment automatically

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The paradox of thrift argues that if everyone tries to save more during a recession, aggregate demand falls, leading to lower income and ultimately lower total saving.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1