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Indian Economy Statistics
995 Questions
Test your knowledge of Indian economy statistics with these targeted questions. The set covers foreign direct investment limits, global production rankings, and GDP contributions. This data is highly relevant for general awareness preparation.
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Indian Economy Statistics Questions
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$600 million
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$450 billion
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$1.5 trilliom
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$3.297 trillion
D
Correct answer
Explanation
India's GDP (PPP) in 2008 was approximately $3.297 trillion, making it one of the largest economies in the world. PPP adjusts for cost of living differences between countries, providing a more accurate comparison than nominal GDP. Options A and B are orders of magnitude too small, while option C has a typo (trilliom) and is still too low.
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$4.25 trillion
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$500 trillion
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$0.35 trillion
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$1.21 trillion
D
Correct answer
Explanation
India's GDP at official exchange rate in 2008 was $1.21 trillion. This is lower than the PPP figure because official exchange rates don't account for India's lower domestic price levels. Options A and B are unrealistically high, while C is too low for India's economy in 2008.
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$2,900
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$500
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$3,700
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$15,000
A
Correct answer
Explanation
India's GDP per capita (PPP) in 2008 was approximately $2,900. This measures average economic output per person, adjusted for purchasing power. Options B and C are too low, while D ($15,000) is far too high for India in 2008 - that level represents developed economies.
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Second
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Fourth
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Third
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Sixth
A
Correct answer
Explanation
India's fiscal deficit for 2009-10, as presented in the 2009 budget, was 6.2% of GDP. This figure represents the gap between government revenue and expenditure for that financial year.
A
Correct answer
Explanation
According to the Economic Survey 2008-09, India's share in world exports was approximately 1.1% in 2008. This reflected India's position as an emerging but still relatively small player in global merchandise trade at that time.
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Foreign Direct Investment inflow in India rose to 40.1% in August 2009, reflecting strong investor confidence during the post-2008 financial crisis recovery period. This was a significant increase compared to previous months. The 15.7% and 31.3% options are too low, while 44.6% exceeds the actual August 2009 figure.
A
Correct answer
Explanation
India is the world's largest producer of dairy products, primarily due to having the largest cattle population. The country leads in milk production, surpassing traditional dairy leaders like the United States and European Union.
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First
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Second
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Fifth
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Seventh
B
Correct answer
Explanation
India is the second-largest producer of cotton in the world, after China. Cotton is a major cash crop in India, and the country has a significant textile industry that relies on domestic cotton production.
B
Correct answer
Explanation
India has the second-largest mobile market in the world by number of subscribers, after China. With over a billion mobile users, India's telecommunications sector is one of the largest globally.
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1.15 billion
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0.9 billion
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1.2 billion
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1.19 billion
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The stored answer 1.19 billion reflects India's population around 2010-2011. While the current population is higher (over 1.4 billion), 1.19 billion is the specific figure intended based on the provided options and historical context of the question.
B
Correct answer
Explanation
India's Cabinet approved raising FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) limit in insurance from 26% to 49%. This decision was part of economic reforms to attract more foreign investment. The question specifically asks about the FDI cap increase, making 49% the correct answer.