Which of the following is a characteristic of the 'Foundational Economy' approach? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a characteristic of the 'Foundational Economy' approach?
A. Focus only on financial services
B. Focus only on high-tech export sectors
C. Focus on the essential goods and services that keep citizens safe, healthy and educated, often provided collectively
D. Focus only on luxury consumption
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The foundational economy comprises the everyday goods and services—utilities, food, health, education, care—that are essential for civilised life and are often most effectively provided through collective arrangements.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
The 'Goods and Services Tax' on airline services is:
A. 5% economy and 12% business class
B. 5% for all classes
C. 12% for all classes
D. 18% for all classes

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Economy class air travel is 5%, business class is 12%.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
A regressive tax is one where:
A. the tax burden falls more heavily on lower income groups
B. there is no tax on income
C. the tax rate is constant
D. the tax rate rises as income rises

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
A regressive tax takes a larger percentage of income from low-income earners.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
Dumping refers to:
A. imposing high tariffs on imports
B. buying goods from abroad at lower prices
C. selling goods in a foreign market below cost or home market price
D. exporting goods with subsidies

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Dumping is selling goods in a foreign market below cost or home market price.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1