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Questions Related to economics

According to Keynes, consumption function is only affected by objective factors.

  1. True

  2. False


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

False. 

According to Keynes, Consumption function refers to the standard equation of consumption which defines the relationship between consumption and income where consumption value can be derived at each level with the use of income value. It is affected by both objective and subjective factors. 

The consumption function depends on _______________.

  1. interest

  2. savings

  3. wealth

  4. income


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Consumption function refers to the standard equation of consumption which defines the relationship between consumption and income where consumption value can be derived at each level with the use of income value. 

C= c+ bY where c=autonomous consumption, b= marginal propensity to consume, and Y= income.

If income in terms of wage rate ___________, consumption expenditure __________.

  1. increases, decreases

  2. increases, increases

  3. decreases, increases

  4. decreases, decreases


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

If income in terms of wage rate increases, then consumption expenditure also increases which is called the wage-price spiral where the wages are increased due to excessive price in the economy and price in increased due to excessive wage and consumption demand in the economy. 

What measures are taken by Maharashtra Government for development of economic infrastructure?

  1. Increasing installed capacity of electricity generation

  2. Rural electrification, network improvement and programmes for energy conservation

  3. Modified direct benefit transfer scheme to LPG consumers in the state

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Following measures are taken by Maharashtra Government for development of economic infrastructure:

  • Increasing installed capacity of electricity generation
  • Rural electrification, network improvement and programmes for energy conservation
  • Modified direct benefit transfer scheme to LPG consumers in the state
  • Metro Railway has started at Mumbai and Nagpur

Which of the following comes under Economic infrastructure?

  1. Energy

  2. Transport

  3. Communication

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic infrastructure facilitates production and distribution of goods and services for economic development. Following comes under the economic infrastructure:

  • Energy
  • Transport
  • Communication

To which sector, the scheme "Each One Teach One" and "Sakshar Bharat Abhiyan" is related?

  1. Adult Literacy

  2. Girls Education

  3. Inclusive Education

  4. Tribal Education


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

To improve the adult literacy in the state, innovative schemes like "Each One Teach One" and "Sakshar Bharat Abhiyan" are implemented with community participation.

How many levels of education are there in our country?

  1. 2

  2. 3

  3. 4

  4. 6


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

There are four levels of education in our country.

  1. Primary
  2. Secondary
  3. Higher Secondary
  4. Higher Education

What is the aim of Mahabhraman scheme launched by MTDC?

  1. To bring students of foreign universities into state universities.

  2. To bring foreign medical researchers in state medical universities.

  3. To promote digital India and Skill India.

  4. To bring different experimental projects such as agro tourism, village tourism, food tourism, safaris, tribal lifestyles etc. under one roof.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) is the nodal agency for implementation of Maharashtra Tourism Policy, 2016. MTDC launched the Mahabhraman scheme to bring different experimental projects such as agro tourism, village tourism, food tourism, safaris, tribal lifestyles etc. under one roof.

What forms the backbone of socio-economic development of any country?

  1. Education

  2. Religious texts

  3. Industrial growth

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Education is considered as one of the basic human needs. It forms the backbone of socio-economic development of any country. in the present scenario, India is getting the advantage of highest demographic dividend due to maximum percentage of young population in the country. Education, therefore becomes 'a priority' at the national as well as state level.

Which of the following comes under Social infrastructure?

  1. Health

  2. Education

  3. Housing

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Social infrastructure is also one of the important components of the economy because it improves the quality of human life as well as stimulates the economic development. In not only improves the quality but also gives the power to produce knowledge. Social infrastructure includes literacy programme, education, public health, housing, drinking water and sanitation.