The concept of 'Human Capital' in growth theory refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The concept of 'Human Capital' in growth theory refers to:
A. Only financial assets
B. The stock of skills, knowledge and health embodied in the labour force
C. Only natural resources
D. Only physical capital
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Human capital comprises the knowledge, skills, health and other attributes of individuals that affect their productivity and are accumulated through education, training and health expenditure.

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Question #1
Which of the following is a component of the capital account of India's balance of payments?
A. Foreign direct investment and portfolio investment
B. Software service exports
C. Remittances from abroad
D. Interest payments on external debt

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Foreign direct investment and portfolio investment are capital account transactions. Software exports, remittances and interest payments form part of the current account.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The concept of 'Subjective Well-Being' in economics refers to:
A. Individuals’ own evaluations of their lives, typically measured by surveys of happiness or life satisfaction
B. Only objective measures of income
C. Only environmental quality
D. Only physical health indicators

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Subjective well-being encompasses self-reported measures of happiness, life satisfaction and emotional states, which have become an important complement to traditional objective indicators of welfare.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
The Banking Ombudsman is appointed by:
A. Finance Minister
B. President
C. Reserve Bank of India
D. Indian Banks' Association

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The RBI appoints Banking Ombudsmen to resolve customer complaints against banks.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1