Which Indian-born economist won the Nobel Prize in Economics in 2019? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which Indian-born economist won the Nobel Prize in Economics in 2019?

A. Amartya Sen

B. Abhijit Banerjee

C. M. N. Srinivas

D. Kaushik Basu

Answer: Option B

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Abhijit Banerjee was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics in 2019 for his experimental approach to alleviating poverty.

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