Which of the following is a feature of the Indian planning process after 2015? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian planning process after 2015?
A. Continuation of Five Year Plans by Planning Commission
B. Complete abandonment of any form of planning
C. Only centralised planning without state participation
D. Replacement of Planning Commission by NITI Aayog with a focus on cooperative federalism
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
In 2015, the Planning Commission was replaced by NITI Aayog, which promotes cooperative federalism, provides strategic and technical advice, and does not impose centralised Five Year Plans in the earlier form.

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Question #1
In the context of public goods, the 'Lindahl Equilibrium' is characterised by:
A. Personalised prices (Lindahl taxes) such that each individual demands the same quantity of the public good and the sum of prices equals marginal cost
B. A single uniform price for the public good
C. Zero provision of the public good
D. Private provision only

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
In a Lindahl equilibrium each individual faces a personalised price for the public good equal to his or her marginal benefit; the sum of these prices equals marginal cost and all individuals agree on the quantity.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The Coase theorem suggests that private bargaining can solve externality problems if:
A. the market is monopolized
B. transaction costs are low and property rights are clearly defined
C. transaction costs are high and property rights are unclear
D. the government imposes taxes

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Coase theorem states that with low transaction costs and clearly defined property rights, private parties can resolve externalities.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
The 'Reserve Bank of India' has how many regional offices?
A. 19
B. 25
C. 31
D. 10

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The RBI has 19 regional offices.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1