Which of the following is a cause of cost-push inflation? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a cause of cost-push inflation?
A. Increase in wages and raw material costs
B. Increase in money supply
C. Increase in government spending
D. Increase in aggregate demand
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Cost-push inflation arises when the cost of production increases due to higher wages, raw material prices or other input costs, leading to higher prices.

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