Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

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

Question:

Which of the following is NOT an objective of liberalization of trade and investment regime initiated in India as a part of NEP of 1991?

Options:

increase international competitiveness of industrial production

to promote foreign investments and technology into the economy

determination of foreign exchange rate by market

none of the above

Correct Answer:

determination of foreign exchange rate by market

Explanation:

Trade and Investment Policy Reforms: Liberalisation of trade and investment regime was initiated to increase international competitiveness of industrial production and also foreign investments and technology into the economy. The aim was also to promote the efficiency of local industries and adoption of modern technologies.

Determination of foreign exchange rate by market was a part of Foreign Exchange Reforms and NOT Trade and Investment Policy Reforms.