The 'Primary deficit' is a useful measure because it shows: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Primary deficit' is a useful measure because it shows:
A. only capital deficit
B. the deficit excluding interest payments
C. the entire fiscal deficit
D. only revenue deficit
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Primary deficit excludes interest payments from fiscal deficit.

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The Banking Ombudsman is appointed by:
A. Reserve Bank of India
B. Indian Banks' Association
C. President
D. Finance Minister

Correct Answer: Option A


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

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Question #2
The 'Annual Survey of Industries' collects data on:
A. agricultural output
B. service sector only
C. foreign trade
D. registered manufacturing industries

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Annual Survey of Industries covers registered manufacturing establishments.

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The 'State Bank of India' was nationalized in which year?
A. 1955
B. 1980
C. 1949
D. 1969

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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