Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Liberalisation, Privatisation and Globalisation - An Appraisal

Question:

The structural reforms of 1991, introduced liberalisation, privatisation and globalisation. According to you, which of the following statements is NOT a part of liberalisation policy of the government?

  • Outsourcing is an important outcome of the liberalisation process undertaken by the government.
  • Deregulation of the industrial sector increased efficiency in the economy.
  • Role of RBI was reduced from regulator to facilitator of financial sector.
  • Disinvestment helped in shedding of the ownership of government.
Options:

1, 2 and 4

2 and 3

2, 3 and 4

1 and 4

Correct Answer:

1 and 4

Explanation:

Disinvestment and Deregulation were part of the Liberalisation policy of the Government.

Outsourcing is one of the important outcomes of the globalisation process. In outsourcing, a company hires regular service from external sources, mostly from other countries. Whereas, privatisation included shedding of ownership of the government in the hands of private players.