Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

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

Question:

Which of the following statements is true in regards to "Demonetization"?

Statement 1- On November 8, 2015, the government announced a historic measure, with profound implications for the economy.

Statement 2- Two largest denomination notes of 1,000 and 2,000 were demonetized with immediate effect.

Options:

Only statement 1 is true

Only statement 2 is true

Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true

Neither statement 1 nor statement 2 is true

Correct Answer:

Neither statement 1 nor statement 2 is true

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4: Neither statement 1 nor statement 2 is true

Statement 1- On November 8, 2015, the government announced a historic measure, with profound implications for the economy. Incorrect. On November 8, 2016, the government announced a historic measure, with profound implications for the economy.

Statement 2- Two largest denomination notes of 1,000 and 2,000 were demonetized with immediate effect. This is incorrect. Two largest denomination notes of 1,000 and 500 were demonetized with immediate effect.