Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Macro Economics: Open Economy Macro Economics

Question:

Which of the following is NOT a reason for depreciation of domestic currency?

Options:

Increase in demand for foreign exchange

Increase in supply of foreign exchange

Decrease in supply of foreign exchange

Both 1 and 3

Correct Answer:

Increase in supply of foreign exchange

Explanation:

Depreciation of currency refers to decrease in the value of domestic currency in terms of foreign currency. A rise in exchange rate implies depreciation of Indian rupee.

Causes for rise in exchange rate are:

  • Increase in demand for foreign exchange
  • Decrease in supply of foreign exchange