Zero-based budgeting requires that: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Zero-based budgeting requires that:
A. deficit is zero
B. previous year's budget is the base for all allocations
C. only capital expenditure is budgeted
D. every expenditure item is justified from zero each year
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Zero-based budgeting requires all expenditures to be justified from zero each budget period.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
Which of the following is a feature of the 'Financial Development' and growth literature?
A. Better-functioning financial systems can promote growth by improving the allocation of capital and reducing financing constraints
B. Financial development always retards growth
C. Only the size of the banking system matters and quality is irrelevant
D. Finance is completely neutral for real activity

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
A large body of research finds that financial development—deeper, more efficient and more inclusive financial systems—tends to raise long-run growth by relaxing credit constraints and improving resource allocation.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
Which of the following is an example of a positive externality?
A. Vaccination by an individual
B. Pollution from a factory
C. Congestion on roads
D. Noise from a construction site

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
A positive externality confers benefits on third parties. Vaccination protects not only the individual but also reduces the spread of disease to others.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
The 'GST compensation cess' is levied on which goods?
A. all goods
B. essential food items
C. agricultural produce only
D. luxury and sin goods

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
GST compensation cess is levied on luxury and sin goods.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1