Which of the following is a qualitative credit control measure? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a qualitative credit control measure?
A. Margin requirements
B. Statutory Liquidity Ratio
C. Cash Reserve Ratio
D. Bank Rate
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Margin requirements (prescribing the difference between loan amount and value of security) is a selective/qualitative credit control measure used by RBI.

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Question #1
In the context of economic reforms, 'Disinvestment' involves:
A. Sale of government equity in public sector enterprises
B. Nationalisation of private firms
C. Complete closure of all public enterprises
D. Increasing government stake in public sector enterprises

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Disinvestment refers to the sale of government-held shares in public sector enterprises to private investors or the public, thereby reducing the government's ownership stake.

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Question #2
The 'producer price index' measures prices received by:
A. consumers
B. retailers only
C. producers for their output
D. wholesalers only

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Producer Price Index measures prices received by producers.

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Question #3
Which of the following is NOT a component of the capital account of Balance of Payments?
A. Foreign direct investment
B. Portfolio investment
C. Remittances from abroad
D. External commercial borrowings

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Remittances from abroad are unilateral transfers and form part of the current account. Capital account includes FDI, portfolio investment and external borrowings.

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