The 'Goods and Services Tax' Council was constituted in which year? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Goods and Services Tax' Council was constituted in which year?
A. 2014
B. 2018
C. 2017
D. 2016
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The GST Council was constituted in 2016.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
The reverse repo in monetary policy means the RBI:
A. lends funds to banks against securities
B. reduces CRR
C. buys government bonds outright
D. sells securities to banks with an agreement to repurchase them later, absorbing liquidity

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
In reverse repo, the RBI sells securities to banks with an agreement to repurchase later, absorbing liquidity.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'GST Council' can be convened by:
A. Union Finance Minister
B. RBI Governor
C. Prime Minister
D. President

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Union Finance Minister can convene meetings of the GST Council.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
The concept of 'Crowding Out' is more likely to occur when:
A. The economy is near full employment and interest rates rise due to government borrowing
B. The economy is in a deep recession with excess capacity
C. There is a liquidity trap
D. Monetary policy is highly accommodative

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Crowding out is more pronounced when the economy is close to full employment, as higher government borrowing raises interest rates and reduces private investment.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1