MCQ on Indian Economy
Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) was launched in the IXth Five Year Plan for:
- education for all
- education for the weaker sections
- universalisation of elementary education
- bridge all the genders and social gaps in education
Explanation:
Which is the following is direct tax ?
- Income tax
- Excise duty
- Sales tax
- None of these
Explanation:
Major part of the Indian agriculture is characterized by
- Large size farm
- Capitalist agriculture
- Small size farm
- Co-operative farm
Explanation:
Tertiary sector activities include
- Cottage industries
- Mining activities
- Construction activities
- Infrastructure services
Explanation:
NITI Aayog, which replaced the Planning commission of India, was formed by a cabinet resolution of the Government of Inda on:
- 1st January, 2015
- 26th January, 2015
- 15th August, 2015
- None of the above
Explanation:
Which one of the following is the main source of revenue for the states ?
- Property tax
- Sales tax
- Excise duty
- None of these
Explanation:
Which of the following does not come under the GST in India ?
- Agricultural products
- Handicrafts
- Gems and jewelries
- Petroleum products
Explanation:
Which industry employs the largest number of women in India ?
- Tea
- Textile
- Jute
- Coal
Explanation:
From the following statements pertaining to the World Economic Forum (WEF), find the correct
statement(s) :
(i) The WEF is a platform under the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
(ii) The WEF is an independent department of the World Bank.
(iii) The WEF is an International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation.
(iv) The WEF was established in 1971 as a not-for-profit foundation and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
- Only (1)
- Only (ii)
- Only (iii) and (iv)
- Only (ii) and (iii)
Explanation:
Which one of the following is an indirect tax levied by the Central Government in India ?
- Service tax
- Corporate Income tax
- Profession tax
- Agricultural Income tax
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