The base year of All India CPI (Combined) currently is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The base year of All India CPI (Combined) currently is:
A. 2016
B. 2011-12
C. 2010
D. 2012
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The new series of CPI (Rural, Urban, Combined) has base year 2012.

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