Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

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

Question:

Why was " Liberalisation " introduced in the year 1991, during the economic crisis?

Options:

To increase the supply of output which had decreased due to slow economic growth

To put end to the restrictions and open up various sectors of economy

To increase the price of domestic goods which had decreased due to deflation

None of the above

Correct Answer:

To put end to the restrictions and open up various sectors of economy

Explanation:

After independence, Indian government had put a lot of restrictions in production of goods and services. Limiting the company from producing and expanding its production hampered the process of growth and development of Indian economy to its full potential. Thus, making liberalisation reforms an essential part of New Economic Policy, which aimed at putting an end to these restrictions ( licensing ) and opening up of various sectors of economy.