The 'core inflation' measure excludes: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'core inflation' measure excludes:
A. food and fuel
B. imports
C. manufactured goods
D. services
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Core inflation excludes volatile food and fuel prices.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
The 'Goods and Services Tax' on DTH services is:
A. 12%
B. 28%
C. 18%
D. 5%

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
DTH services attract 18% GST.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'Census of India' 2011 was the how many-th census?
A. 15th
B. 13th
C. 17th
D. 16th

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Census 2011 was the 15th Census of India.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
Which of the following is a major reason for the growth of the service sector in India?
A. Only agricultural growth
B. Decline in demand for services
C. Liberalisation, IT revolution and rising incomes
D. Complete absence of industrial growth

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The service sector in India has grown rapidly due to economic liberalisation, the information technology revolution, rising incomes and global demand for services such as software and BPO.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1