Which of the following is a characteristic of the 'Natural Rate Hypothesis'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a characteristic of the 'Natural Rate Hypothesis'?
A. Only adaptive expectations are assumed
B. There is a permanent trade-off between inflation and unemployment
C. Monetary policy can permanently reduce unemployment below the natural rate
D. In the long run, unemployment returns to its natural rate regardless of the inflation rate
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The natural rate hypothesis, associated with Friedman and Phelps, states that in the long run the economy returns to the natural rate of unemployment and there is no permanent trade-off with inflation.

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In the context of economic reforms, 'Disinvestment' refers to:
A. Increase in government investment in PSUs
B. Nationalisation of private companies
C. Complete closure of all PSUs
D. Sale of government equity in public sector enterprises

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Disinvestment involves the sale of government-held shares in public sector enterprises to private entities or the public, reducing government ownership.

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Question #2
The 'National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India' is known as:
A. NAFED
B. CACP
C. NABARD
D. FCI

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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The 'Goods and Services Tax' on railway freight is:
A. 5%
B. 12%
C. 18%
D. 0%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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