Foreign Trade Policy of India

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of India's Foreign Trade Policy. It covers various aspects of the policy, including its objectives, instruments, and impact on the Indian economy.
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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 ensure a balanced trade

  4. To generate employment opportunities


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

India's Foreign Trade Policy aims to promote exports and reduce imports in order to achieve a favorable balance of trade and boost economic growth.

Which instrument is commonly used by India to promote exports?

  1. Export subsidies

  2. Import tariffs

  3. Quantitative restrictions

  4. Foreign exchange controls


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Export subsidies are financial incentives provided by the government to exporters to make their products more competitive in international markets.

What is the impact of import tariffs on domestic industries?

  1. They protect domestic industries from foreign competition

  2. They increase the cost of imported goods for consumers

  3. They reduce the demand for domestic goods

  4. They lead to a decrease in overall economic efficiency


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Import tariffs are taxes imposed on imported goods, which make them more expensive for consumers. This protects domestic industries from foreign competition by making their products relatively cheaper.

Which of the following is a quantitative restriction on trade?

  1. Export subsidies

  2. Import quotas

  3. Foreign exchange controls

  4. Preferential tariffs


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Import quotas are quantitative restrictions that limit the quantity of a particular good that can be imported into a country.

What is the purpose of foreign exchange controls?

  1. To stabilize the exchange rate

  2. To prevent capital flight

  3. To promote foreign investment

  4. To increase the availability of foreign exchange


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Foreign exchange controls are regulations imposed by the government on the purchase and sale of foreign currency. They are used to stabilize the exchange rate and prevent excessive fluctuations in the value of the domestic currency.

Which of the following is a type of trade agreement?

  1. Free trade agreement

  2. Customs union

  3. Common market

  4. Economic union


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A free trade agreement is a type of trade agreement between two or more countries that eliminates or reduces tariffs and other trade barriers on goods and services traded between them.

What is the impact of a free trade agreement on consumer prices?

  1. They tend to increase consumer prices

  2. They have no impact on consumer prices

  3. They tend to decrease consumer prices

  4. They lead to a decrease in overall economic efficiency


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Free trade agreements typically lead to a decrease in consumer prices by reducing the cost of imported goods and increasing competition in the domestic market.

Which of the following is a common objective of a customs union?

  1. To promote free trade among member countries

  2. To establish a common external tariff

  3. To coordinate monetary and fiscal policies

  4. To create a single market for goods and services


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A customs union is a type of trade agreement between two or more countries that eliminates tariffs and other trade barriers on goods traded between them, while maintaining a common external tariff on goods imported from non-member countries.

What is the difference between a common market and an economic union?

  1. A common market has a common currency, while an economic union does not

  2. An economic union has a common currency, while a common market does not

  3. A common market has a common external tariff, while an economic union does not

  4. An economic union has a common external tariff, while a common market does not


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

An economic union is a type of trade agreement that goes beyond a common market by also including a common currency and a common monetary policy.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by India in implementing its Foreign Trade Policy?

  1. Lack of infrastructure

  2. High cost of production

  3. Lack of access to finance

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India faces several challenges in implementing its Foreign Trade Policy, including lack of infrastructure, high cost of production, and lack of access to finance for exporters.

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