Which of the following is an example of an automatic stabiliser in the economy? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is an example of an automatic stabiliser in the economy?
A. Discretionary government spending
B. Open market operations
C. Change in repo rate
D. Progressive income tax
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Automatic stabilisers are features of the fiscal system that automatically dampen economic fluctuations without new legislation. Progressive income tax reduces disposable income during booms and increases it during recessions.

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Question #1
Which of the following is a major challenge for the Indian economy?
A. High level of human development across all states equally
B. Complete self-sufficiency in all goods
C. Absence of informal sector
D. Regional disparities and unemployment

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Regional disparities in development and persistent unemployment (especially youth and disguised unemployment) remain significant challenges for the Indian economy.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'International Bank for Reconstruction and Development' and International Development Association together are called:
A. World Bank Group
B. IMF
C. United Nations
D. World Bank (narrowly)

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
IBRD and IDA together are often referred to as the World Bank.

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Question #3
In the context of international trade, the 'Stolper-Samuelson Theorem' predicts that:
A. Factor prices are independent of goods prices
B. An increase in the relative price of a good raises the real return to the factor used intensively in its production
C. Trade benefits all factors of production equally
D. Only labour always gains from trade

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Stolper-Samuelson theorem states that a rise in the relative price of a good increases the real return to the factor used intensively in that good and reduces the real return to the other factor.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1