Foreign Trade Policy

Description: This quiz covers various aspects of Foreign Trade Policy in India, including its objectives, instruments, and implications.
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What is the primary objective of India's Foreign Trade Policy?

  1. To promote exports and reduce imports

  2. To protect domestic industries from foreign competition

  3. To generate employment opportunities

  4. To attract foreign investment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of India's Foreign Trade Policy is to promote exports and reduce imports, thereby improving the country's balance of trade.

Which of the following is NOT an instrument of Foreign Trade Policy?

  1. Tariffs

  2. Quantitative restrictions

  3. Export subsidies

  4. Foreign exchange controls


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Foreign exchange controls are not an instrument of Foreign Trade Policy, but rather a monetary policy tool used to manage the value of a country's currency.

What is the impact of tariffs on domestic industries?

  1. They protect domestic industries from foreign competition

  2. They increase the cost of imported goods

  3. They reduce the demand for domestic goods

  4. They generate revenue for the government


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tariffs protect domestic industries from foreign competition by increasing the cost of imported goods, making them less competitive in the domestic market.

What is the impact of export subsidies on domestic industries?

  1. They increase the cost of production

  2. They reduce the demand for domestic goods

  3. They make domestic goods more competitive in the international market

  4. They generate revenue for the government


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Export subsidies make domestic goods more competitive in the international market by reducing the cost of production and increasing the demand for domestic goods.

What is the impact of quantitative restrictions on domestic industries?

  1. They protect domestic industries from foreign competition

  2. They increase the cost of imported goods

  3. They reduce the demand for domestic goods

  4. They generate revenue for the government


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Quantitative restrictions protect domestic industries from foreign competition by limiting the quantity of imported goods that can be brought into the country.

What is the impact of foreign exchange controls on domestic industries?

  1. They protect domestic industries from foreign competition

  2. They increase the cost of imported goods

  3. They reduce the demand for domestic goods

  4. They generate revenue for the government


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Foreign exchange controls increase the cost of imported goods by making it more expensive to purchase foreign currency.

What is the impact of tariffs on consumers?

  1. They increase the cost of imported goods

  2. They reduce the demand for imported goods

  3. They generate revenue for the government

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tariffs increase the cost of imported goods, reduce the demand for imported goods, and generate revenue for the government.

What is the impact of export subsidies on consumers?

  1. They reduce the cost of exported goods

  2. They increase the demand for exported goods

  3. They generate revenue for the government

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Export subsidies do not have a direct impact on consumers, as they are paid to exporters rather than consumers.

What is the impact of quantitative restrictions on consumers?

  1. They increase the cost of imported goods

  2. They reduce the availability of imported goods

  3. They generate revenue for the government

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Quantitative restrictions increase the cost of imported goods, reduce the availability of imported goods, and generate revenue for the government.

What is the impact of foreign exchange controls on consumers?

  1. They increase the cost of imported goods

  2. They reduce the availability of imported goods

  3. They generate revenue for the government

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Foreign exchange controls increase the cost of imported goods, reduce the availability of imported goods, and generate revenue for the government.

What are the main objectives of India's Foreign Trade Policy 2015-2020?

  1. To promote exports and reduce imports

  2. To attract foreign investment

  3. To create employment opportunities

  4. To enhance the competitiveness of Indian industries

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The main objectives of India's Foreign Trade Policy 2015-2020 are to promote exports and reduce imports, attract foreign investment, create employment opportunities, and enhance the competitiveness of Indian industries.

What are the main instruments of India's Foreign Trade Policy?

  1. Tariffs

  2. Quantitative restrictions

  3. Export subsidies

  4. Foreign exchange controls

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The main instruments of India's Foreign Trade Policy are tariffs, quantitative restrictions, export subsidies, and foreign exchange controls.

What is the impact of India's Foreign Trade Policy on the country's economy?

  1. It promotes economic growth

  2. It creates employment opportunities

  3. It improves the balance of trade

  4. It attracts foreign investment

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

India's Foreign Trade Policy has a positive impact on the country's economy by promoting economic growth, creating employment opportunities, improving the balance of trade, and attracting foreign investment.

What are the challenges faced by India in implementing its Foreign Trade Policy?

  1. Global economic slowdown

  2. Protectionist policies of other countries

  3. Lack of infrastructure

  4. High cost of doing business

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

India faces a number of challenges in implementing its Foreign Trade Policy, including the global economic slowdown, protectionist policies of other countries, lack of infrastructure, and high cost of doing business.

What are the future prospects of India's Foreign Trade Policy?

  1. Increased exports and reduced imports

  2. Attraction of more foreign investment

  3. Creation of more employment opportunities

  4. Enhancement of the competitiveness of Indian industries

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The future prospects of India's Foreign Trade Policy are positive, with the potential for increased exports and reduced imports, attraction of more foreign investment, creation of more employment opportunities, and enhancement of the competitiveness of Indian industries.

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