Indian Economy MCQs
Indian Economy Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for SSC, State and all One Day Examinations of India. Objective Questions on Indian Economy for competitive examinations.
1. Which among the following measures for controlling inflation can be taken by the Reserve Bank of India but not by the Government of India?
[A] Implementing progressive taxation policies
[B] Adjusting public sector expenditure budgets
[C] Credit rationing to limit money supply
[D] Regulating foreign direct investment flows
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Correct Answer: C [Credit rationing to limit money supply]
Notes:
The Reserve Bank of India can use credit rationing to limit money supply. Credit rationing is a monetary policy tool of RBI. Progressive taxation and public sector expenditure are managed by the Government of India as fiscal policy. Regulation of foreign direct investment flows is also executed by the government. RBI and government use separate policy instruments for inflation control.
2. Which option best demonstrates cross-selling in a sales scenario?
[A] A salesperson suggests a premium whisky with local liquor.
[B] A fast-food worker offers fries with a sandwich order.
[C] A salesperson suggests a pricier laptop with upgrades.
[D] A salesperson offers in-car floor liners with a car purchase.
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Correct Answer: B [A fast-food worker offers fries with a sandwich order.]
Notes:
Cross-selling involves suggesting additional complementary products to a customer’s original purchase. In fast-food chains, offering fries with a sandwich exemplifies this. According to retail practices adopted since the 1970s, cross-selling combos are widely used to increase overall sales figures. Major restaurant chains such as McDonald’s and Burger King commonly use this technique globally.
3. Which is classified as an economic overhead?
[A] Hospitals
[B] Schools
[C] Sanitation facilities
[D] Road and Railways
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Correct Answer: D [Road and Railways]
Notes:
Road and railways are economic overheads as they provide essential infrastructure for transportation and movement of goods, stimulating economic activity. Hospitals, schools, and sanitation are social overheads, catering mainly to health, education, and hygiene rather than direct economic productivity.
4. What was the nationality of Mahbub ul Haq, one of the pioneers of Human development theory and co-founder of the Human Development Report?
[A] Uk
[B] USA
[C] Pakistan
[D] India
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Correct Answer: C [Pakistan]
Notes:
Human Development Report was first launched in 1990 by the Pakistani Economist Mahbub ul Haq and Indian Nobel laureate Amartya Sen.
5. Which among the following groups of Banks in India was previously referred as ‘Other Scheduled Commercial Banks’?
[A] National Banks
[B] Foreign Banks
[C] Scheduled Cooperative Banks
[D] Private Banks
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Correct Answer: D [Private Banks]
Notes:
The correct answer is “Private Banks.” In India, “Other Scheduled Commercial Banks” referred to banks that did not fall into the categories of National Banks or Foreign Banks. Private Banks, which are owned by private entities, were classified under this term before the regulatory framework evolved. As of now, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) categorizes banks into various groups, including Public Sector Banks, Private Sector Banks, Foreign Banks, and Scheduled Cooperative Banks. Notably, the first private bank in India was the “Oudh Commercial Bank,” established in 1881.
6. What is transfer pricing as per Indian taxation context?
[A] Method of tax evasion involving only illicit capital flows
[B] Mechanism for pricing transactions between associated enterprises
[C] Factor causing rise in food prices
[D] Recent cause of Indian banks’ bad loans
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Correct Answer: B [Mechanism for pricing transactions between associated enterprises]
Notes:
Transfer pricing refers to pricing of transactions between associated enterprises, specified in Section 92 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. India implemented transfer pricing provisions in 2001 to prevent shifting profits to low-tax jurisdictions by related parties. The law requires use of the arm’s length principle for cross-border and certain domestic transactions between related parties.
7. Which of the following is / are correct statements about “Adopt a Heritage Scheme”?
- It is an initiative under Ministry of Culture
- Under this scheme, government has appointed private as well as public companies as “Monument Mitras” to boost heritage tourism in the country
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2 ]
Notes:
First statement is incorrect. The “Adopt a Heritage Scheme” is an initiative under Ministry of Tourism. Second statement is correct. Under this scheme, the government has appointed private as well as public companies as “Monument Mitras” for making heritage tourism more sustainable through conservation and development. The short-listed companies, to be called Monument Mitras, are from various sectors such as hospitality, travel, and banking.
8. Where are the Headquarters of New Development Bank situated?
[A] Manila (Philippines)
[B] Shanghai (China)
[C] New Delhi (India)
[D] Beijing (China)
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Correct Answer: B [Shanghai (China)]
Notes:
The New Development Bank which is also known as BRICS Development Bank has its headquarters in Shanghai, China. It is multilateral development bank established by BRICS states (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa).
9. Which country is the main competitor of the Indian jute industry?
[A] Japan
[B] China
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: D [Bangladesh]
Notes:
Bangladesh ranks as the world’s second-largest jute producer after India. Bangladesh is the leading global exporter of raw jute and jute products. In 2023, Bangladesh exported about $162 million worth of jute, with India as the primary market. The jute industries of Bangladesh and India dominate global jute supply, with Bangladesh’s exports competing directly with Indian products in international markets.
10. Which state is the largest silk producer in India?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Assam
[C] Kerala
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Karnataka]
Notes:
Karnataka produced 13,278 tonnes of raw silk in 2024-25, the highest in India. The state has consistently led silk production, accounting for around one-third of the country’s total output annually. Major silk-producing districts in Karnataka include Mandya, Kolar, Chikkaballapur, and Ramanagara. The Central Silk Board reports Karnataka’s dominance in mulberry silk production nationwide for several years.