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Exploring the Role of Central Government Policies in Promoting Industrial Growth

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the role played by central government policies in promoting industrial growth.
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Which of the following is NOT a key objective of the Industrial Policy Resolution of 1956?

  1. Rapid industrialization

  2. Development of heavy industries

  3. Promotion of foreign investment

  4. Balanced regional development


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Industrial Policy Resolution of 1956 did not emphasize the promotion of foreign investment as a key objective.

Which of the following sectors was NOT prioritized for development under the Industrial Policy Resolution of 1956?

  1. Basic and heavy industries

  2. Consumer goods industries

  3. Export-oriented industries

  4. Small-scale industries


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Industrial Policy Resolution of 1956 focused on the development of basic and heavy industries, export-oriented industries, and small-scale industries, but did not prioritize consumer goods industries.

Which of the following policies was introduced by the Government of India to promote industrial growth in the 1980s?

  1. Liberalization

  2. Privatization

  3. Globalization

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Government of India introduced liberalization, privatization, and globalization policies in the 1980s to promote industrial growth.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of liberalization for industrial growth?

  1. Increased competition

  2. Reduced government intervention

  3. Improved access to foreign technology

  4. Increased bureaucratic hurdles


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Liberalization typically reduces bureaucratic hurdles for businesses, rather than increasing them.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of privatization for industrial growth?

  1. Increased efficiency

  2. Reduced government expenditure

  3. Improved access to capital

  4. Loss of public control over strategic industries


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Privatization may lead to the loss of public control over strategic industries, which can be a disadvantage.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of globalization for industrial growth?

  1. Increased market size

  2. Access to cheaper inputs

  3. Transfer of technology

  4. Increased vulnerability to external shocks


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Globalization can increase a country's vulnerability to external shocks, such as economic downturns or changes in global demand.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of the Make in India initiative?

  1. Focus on manufacturing

  2. Attracting foreign investment

  3. Promoting exports

  4. Developing infrastructure


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Make in India initiative focuses on manufacturing, attracting foreign investment, and promoting exports, but does not specifically emphasize developing infrastructure.

Which of the following sectors is NOT a target sector for the Make in India initiative?

  1. Automobiles

  2. Electronics

  3. Pharmaceuticals

  4. Agriculture


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Make in India initiative focuses on manufacturing sectors such as automobiles, electronics, and pharmaceuticals, but does not specifically target agriculture.

Which of the following is NOT a key challenge faced by the Indian government in promoting industrial growth?

  1. Lack of infrastructure

  2. High cost of capital

  3. Skilled labor shortage

  4. Political instability


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Political instability is not typically a key challenge faced by the Indian government in promoting industrial growth.

Which of the following is NOT a key recommendation of the Economic Survey 2022-23 for promoting industrial growth in India?

  1. Focus on labor-intensive manufacturing

  2. Promote exports

  3. Attract foreign investment

  4. Reduce government expenditure


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Economic Survey 2022-23 does not recommend reducing government expenditure as a key measure for promoting industrial growth.

Which of the following is NOT a key policy initiative of the Government of India to promote industrial growth in recent years?

  1. Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme

  2. Startup India initiative

  3. Make in India initiative

  4. National Manufacturing Policy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Government of India has not recently introduced a National Manufacturing Policy as a key policy initiative to promote industrial growth.

Which of the following is NOT a key objective of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme?

  1. Attract investments in manufacturing

  2. Enhance the competitiveness of domestic manufacturing

  3. Promote exports

  4. Reduce imports


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The PLI scheme does not specifically aim to reduce imports as a key objective.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of the Startup India initiative?

  1. Tax benefits for startups

  2. Simplified regulatory framework

  3. Access to funding

  4. Mentorship and incubation support


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mentorship and incubation support is not a key feature of the Startup India initiative.

Which of the following is NOT a key challenge faced by the Indian government in implementing its industrial growth policies?

  1. Lack of coordination between different government agencies

  2. Inadequate infrastructure

  3. Skilled labor shortage

  4. Global economic slowdown


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Global economic slowdown is not a challenge specifically faced by the Indian government in implementing its industrial growth policies.

Which of the following is NOT a key recommendation of the Economic Survey 2023-24 for promoting industrial growth in India?

  1. Focus on green industries

  2. Promote innovation and R&D

  3. Attract foreign investment

  4. Reduce corporate taxes


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Economic Survey 2023-24 does not recommend reducing corporate taxes as a key measure for promoting industrial growth.

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