Which of the following is an automatic stabiliser in the fiscal system?
A. Progressive income tax structure
B. One-time stimulus package
C. Discretionary increase in infrastructure spending
D. Change in repo rate by the central bank
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Progressive income taxes automatically increase the tax burden during expansions and reduce it during contractions, stabilising disposable income without new legislation.
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