The concept of 'Creative Accounting' in public finance refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The concept of 'Creative Accounting' in public finance refers to:
A. Transparent and accurate fiscal reporting
B. Only the use of accrual accounting
C. Only the calculation of primary deficit
D. Accounting practices that improve the reported fiscal position without improving the underlying fiscal reality
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Creative accounting (or fiscal gimmickry) involves the use of accounting devices that temporarily improve reported deficit or debt figures without a corresponding improvement in the true intertemporal fiscal position.

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The 'National Commission for Scheduled Tribes' is constituted under which article?
A. Article 340
B. Article 342
C. Article 338A
D. Article 338

Correct Answer: Option C


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