Which of the following is NOT a measure of economic inequality? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT a measure of economic inequality?
A. Human Development Index as a pure inequality measure
B. Theil index
C. Gini coefficient
D. Lorenz curve
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
HDI is a composite measure of development (health, education, income). Gini coefficient, Lorenz curve and Theil index are specific measures of inequality.

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Question #1
In the context of monetary policy, the 'Zero Lower Bound' problem refers to:
A. The minimum reserve requirement
B. The floor on the fiscal deficit
C. The inability of real interest rates to be positive
D. The inability of nominal interest rates to fall significantly below zero

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The zero lower bound refers to the constraint that nominal interest rates cannot be reduced much below zero, limiting the effectiveness of conventional monetary policy in deep recessions.

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Question #2
Bank rate is the rate at which the RBI:
A. borrows from commercial banks
B. rediscounts bills and provides long-term funds to banks
C. lends short-term funds against government securities
D. lends overnight against SLR securities

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Bank rate is the rate at which the RBI rediscounts bills and provides longer-term funds.

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Question #3
The 'National Career Service' portal is an initiative of:
A. NITI Aayog
B. Ministry of Labour and Employment
C. Ministry of Education
D. Ministry of Finance

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
National Career Service is an initiative of the Ministry of Labour and Employment.

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