Which of the following is a characteristic of the 'New Institutional Economics' approach? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a characteristic of the 'New Institutional Economics' approach?
A. It focuses only on technological change
B. It assumes zero transaction costs always
C. It emphasises the role of institutions, property rights and transaction costs in economic performance
D. It ignores institutions completely
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
New Institutional Economics, associated with Coase, North and Williamson, analyses how institutions, property-rights structures and transaction costs shape economic behaviour and long-run performance.

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Question #1
The 'Gross Value Added' at basic prices excludes:
A. net factor income from abroad
B. all taxes
C. depreciation
D. indirect taxes net of subsidies

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
GVA at basic prices is measured before net product taxes, so it excludes net indirect taxes.

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Question #2
Which of the following is a major component of India's external debt?
A. Only equity portfolio investment
B. Only short-term trade credit
C. Commercial borrowings, NRI deposits, multilateral and bilateral loans
D. Only domestic government securities held by residents

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
India's external debt comprises multilateral and bilateral loans, commercial borrowings, NRI deposits, trade credit and other liabilities.

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The 'Dutch disease' term was coined after the discovery of natural gas in:
A. Norway
B. Netherlands
C. United Kingdom
D. Australia

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Dutch disease was named after the effects of natural gas discoveries in the Netherlands.

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