Which of the following is NOT a function of the stock exchange? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT a function of the stock exchange?
A. Price discovery of securities
B. Mobilising savings for investment
C. Providing liquidity to securities
D. Issuing new currency notes
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Issuing currency notes is the function of the central bank. Stock exchanges provide liquidity, facilitate price discovery and help mobilise savings for productive investment.

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Question #1
In the context of fiscal policy, 'Automatic Stabilisers' operate through:
A. Built-in features of the tax and transfer system that dampen fluctuations without discretionary action
B. Only changes in the monetary base
C. Only discretionary changes in spending
D. Only exchange-rate adjustments

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Automatic stabilisers are elements of the fiscal system—progressive taxes and unemployment benefits—that automatically reduce the amplitude of business-cycle fluctuations without the need for new legislation.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'Customs duty' is levied on:
A. services only
B. domestic production
C. imports and exports of goods
D. income of citizens

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Customs duty is levied on imports and, in some cases, exports of goods.

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Question #3
Which of the following is NOT a feature of imperfect competition?
A. Perfect knowledge
B. Few or many sellers with some control over price
C. Product differentiation
D. Selling costs

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Perfect knowledge is a feature of perfect competition. Imperfect competition is characterised by product differentiation, selling costs and some degree of price control by sellers.

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