Indian Economy Online Quiz



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Q 2 - Indradanush Scheme, launched by Narendra Modi Government, was implemented in

A - 2015

B - 2016

C - 2014

D - Will be launched in 2017

Answer : C

Explanation

One of the major objectives of the scheme is to improve the childrens health.

Q 3 - The currency of 10 & 50 rupees is issued by

A - Finance Minister

B - Reserve Bank of India

C - President

D - Prime Minister

Answer : B

Explanation

The currency of 10 & 50 rupees is issued by RBI.

Q 5 - In reference to a senior citizen (age 80+) no income tax is levied on the earning of up to

A - 2 Lakh/annum

B - 2.5 Lakh/annum

C - 3 Lakh/annum

D - 5 Lakh/annum

Answer : D

Explanation

N/A

Q 6 - Who among the following is the ex-officio chairman of the Planning Commission?

A - President

B - Chief Justice of Supreme Court

C - Prime Minister

D - Finance Minister

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 7 - What is the limit of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the sector of Pharmaceuticals (Green Field)?

A - 100%

B - 74%

C - 49%

D - 20%

Answer : A

Explanation

N/A

Q 8 - Consider the following statements:

1. Adam Smith is considered as the father of modern economics.

2. The book An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations is written by Adam Smith.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

The book was published in 1776.

Answer : A

Explanation

A price floor is a government-imposed fixed (minimum) price i.e. controlling or limiting - how low a price is charged for a particular product.

Q 10 - Consider the following statements:

1. Janani Suraksha Yojana was set up on 2005.

2. Janani Suraksha Yojana will cover the women above 19 years old and falling in the category of below poverty line.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

A - Only 1

B - Only 2

C - Both

D - Neither 1 nor 2

Answer : C

Explanation

The objective of the Yojana is to reduce maternal and neo-natal mortality by promoting institutional delivery system (especially among the poor pregnant women).

Answer : D

Explanation

D. R. Gadgil, was an Indian economist and vice chairman of the Planning Commission of India.

Answer : B

Explanation

Chelliah Committee was constituted in 1991.

Q 13 - National Development Council is presided by

A - Prime Minister

B - Home Minister

C - President

D - President

Answer : A

Explanation

N/A

Q 14 - Who among the following had suggested that the central bank should have a stable increase in money supply to cope with economic growth, and at the same time, to maintain a monetary policy so as to prevent inflation.

A - Milton Friedman

B - Keynes

C - Marshal

D - Paul A. Samuelson

Answer : A

Explanation

Friedman received his Nobel Prize in 1976.

Q 15 - During which Five Year Plan, Integrated Rural Development Program (IRDP) was started?

A - Sixth Five Year

B - Fifth Five Year Plan

C - Seventh Five Year Plan

D - Eight Five Year Plan

Answer : A

Explanation

IRDP and MNP (Minimum Needs Program) were introduced during the Sixth Five Year Plan.

Q 16 - Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, launched by Narendra Modi Government, was implemented in

A - 2015

B - 2016

C - 2014

D - Will be launched in 2017

Answer : C

Explanation

The scheme was launched to provide financial services to weaker sections of the society.

Q 17 - Ludhiana is largely known for

A - Cycle industry

B - Glass items

C - Fertilizers

D - Jute

Answer : A

Explanation

Ludhiana is one of the leading cycle manufacturing centers in India.

Q 18 - The National Fund for Rural Development (NFRD) was introduced in

A - 1993

B - 1997

C - 1984

D - 1975

Answer : C

Explanation

The objective of NFRD is to grant 100% tax rebate to donors and provide financial assistance for rural development projects.

Q 19 - The High Yielding Variety Program (HYV) was implemented in

A - 1952

B - 1966

C - 1974

D - 1978

Answer : B

Explanation

The objective HYV is to increase the productivity of food grains.

Q 20 - The Green Revolution was started in

A - 1952

B - 1966

C - 1974

D - 1948

Answer : B

Explanation

Dr. M. S. Swami Nathan (in India) is the father of Green Revolution.

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