ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

BALANCE OF PAYMENTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Exports are the source of demand for foreign exchange.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Two sources of demand for foreign exchange are: (i) Imports from rest of the world. (ii) Foreign investment across the world.

Detailed explanation-2: -Exports, direct purchases, and remittances from abroad are sources of supply of foreign currency.

Detailed explanation-3: -Silver holding of the RBI is not included in the foreign exchange reserves of India.

Detailed explanation-4: -Exports of Goods and Services: Foreign Investment: Remittances (Unilateral transfers) from abroad: Speculation: The supply of foreign currency rises in the following situations:

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