The word Economics is derived from the ancient Greek word oikonomia. The father of Economics has defined it as “an inquiry into the nature and causes of the wealth of nations.”Economics has two main branches - Microeconomics and macroeconomics. Where microeconomics deals with how the household and firms in different kinds of markets allocate resources to produce and consume goods, macroeconomics deals with the economy as a whole. It deals with various factors like national output, GDP, income, employment, interest rate, etc. Many economists have given their theories and viewpoints on how to deal with various economic problems. Both the branches are interdependent and complement each other.

Who is known as the father of modern economics?

Adam Smith

The correct answer is Option 1: Adam Smith

Adam Smith is considered as the founding father of modern economics.