ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

BALANCE OF PAYMENTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What would be the best policy for a country to reduce a balance of payments deficit?(Winter 2016)
A
A an increase in interest rates
B
B an increase in the exchange rate
C
C a reduction in direct taxes
D
D a reduction in subsidies to domestic industry
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Quotas – Under the quota system, the government may fix and permit the maximum quantity or value of a commodity to be imported during a given period. By restricting imports through the quota system, the deficit is reduced and the balance of payments position is improved.

Detailed explanation-2: -Quotas – Under the quota system, the government may fix and permit the maximum quantity or value of a commodity to be imported during a given period. By restricting imports through the quota system, the deficit is reduced and the balance of payments position is improved.

Detailed explanation-3: -Understanding a Current Account Deficit The country can also use monetary policy to improve the domestic currency’s valuation relative to other currencies through devaluation, which reduces the country’s export costs.

Detailed explanation-4: -Attract more foreign investment. Increase exports. Decrease unnecessary imports.

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