The concept of 'Crowding Out' can occur through which of the following channels? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The concept of 'Crowding Out' can occur through which of the following channels?
A. Higher interest rates reducing private investment and appreciation of the currency reducing net exports
B. Only through increased private consumption
C. Only through lower interest rates
D. Only through increased net exports
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Government borrowing can raise interest rates (financial crowding out) and, in an open economy, appreciate the currency, thereby reducing net exports (international crowding out).

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The concept of 'Housing as a Human Right' implies that:
A. Only home ownership is a right
B. Only the absence of any public housing policy
C. Adequate housing is regarded as a fundamental entitlement that states have obligations to respect, protect and fulfil
D. Housing is only a private market commodity without any rights dimension

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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Correct Answer: Option B


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