The 'big push theory' of development was proposed by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'big push theory' of development was proposed by:
A. Amartya Sen
B. Arthur Lewis
C. W.W. Rostow
D. Paul Rosenstein-Rodan
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The big push theory was proposed by Paul Rosenstein-Rodan.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
Which of the following is a major objective of the Reserve Bank of India Act?
A. To regulate the issue of bank notes and maintain monetary stability
B. To maximise government revenue
C. To formulate five-year plans
D. To collect direct taxes

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The RBI Act, 1934 primarily aims at regulating the issue of bank notes, maintaining reserves to secure monetary stability and operating the currency and credit system of the country.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
Which of the following is a feature of a planned economy?
A. Price determination solely by market forces
B. Private ownership of all resources
C. Centralised planning of resource allocation
D. Decentralised decision making

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
In a planned (command) economy, the central authority plans and allocates resources according to predetermined objectives rather than market signals.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
The 'Monetary Policy Committee' was constituted under which act?
A. Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
B. Banking Regulation Act, 1949
C. Companies Act, 2013
D. RBI Act, 1934

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The MPC was constituted under the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 as amended.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1