ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -A monopoly is a market structure that consists of only one seller or producer. A monopoly limits available substitutes for its product and creates barriers for competitors to enter the marketplace. Monopolies can lead to unfair consumer practices.

Detailed explanation-2: -Definition: A market structure characterized by a single seller, selling a unique product in the market. In a monopoly market, the seller faces no competition, as he is the sole seller of goods with no close substitute.

Detailed explanation-3: -A monopoly is a market with only one producer, a duopoly has two firms, and an oligopoly consists of two or more firms.

Detailed explanation-4: -A monopoly is the type of imperfect competition where a seller or producer captures the majority of the market share due to the lack of substitutes or competitors. A monopolistic competition is a type of imperfect competition where many sellers try to capture the market share by differentiating their products.

Detailed explanation-5: -What Is Monopolistic Competition? Monopolistic competition exists when many companies offer competing products or services that are similar, but not perfect, substitutes. The barriers to entry in a monopolistic competitive industry are low, and the decisions of any one firm do not directly affect its competitors.