Which of the following is a feature of the 'Financial Development' and growth literature? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a feature of the 'Financial Development' and growth literature?
A. Financial development always retards growth
B. Better-functioning financial systems can promote growth by improving the allocation of capital and reducing financing constraints
C. Only the size of the banking system matters and quality is irrelevant
D. Finance is completely neutral for real activity
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A large body of research finds that financial development—deeper, more efficient and more inclusive financial systems—tends to raise long-run growth by relaxing credit constraints and improving resource allocation.

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Question #1
The 'Think Tank' of the Government of India for economic policy is:
A. Finance Commission
B. SEBI
C. RBI
D. NITI Aayog

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
NITI Aayog acts as the premier policy think tank of the Government of India.

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Question #2
Sustainable Development Goal 1 is related to:
A. quality education
B. gender equality
C. climate action
D. ending poverty in all its forms

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
SDG 1 aims to end poverty in all its forms everywhere.

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The term 'Special Drawing Rights' can be used by member countries of the IMF for:
A. Only domestic transactions
B. Only purchasing gold
C. Settling international payments and as a reserve asset
D. Only financing fiscal deficit

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
SDRs are international reserve assets that can be exchanged for freely usable currencies and used in transactions among IMF members and prescribed holders.

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