Foreign Exchange Earning Source

Question

When India imports goods like petroleum, it pays in dollars which are earned from:

Select an answer

When India imports goods like petroleum, it pays in dollars which are earned from:

  1. Printing more currency
  2. Exports — Correct Answer
  3. Gold reserves only
  4. Foreign aid only
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

India pays for imports in dollars earned from its exports.

Key Points:
  • If imports grow without matching export growth, it leads to balance of payments crisis.
  • This was a key factor in the 1991 economic crisis.

📚 About this Topic — CH-3: LIBERALISATION, PRIVATISATION AND GLOBALISATION: AN APPRAISAL

This multiple choice question is from CH-3: LIBERALISATION, PRIVATISATION AND GLOBALISATION: AN APPRAISAL, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-3: LIBERALISATION, PRIVATISATION AND GLOBALISATION: AN APPRAISAL to strengthen your preparation.

Author Avatar
Anvi Classes

Anvi classes for Current Affairs, GK, and General Studies MCQs. Prepare for UPSC, SSC, and other competitive exams with our comprehensive quizzes.