Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CSE1997
The number of industries for which industrial licensing is required has now been reduced to:
- A on the recommendation of the licensing committee.
- B 6
- C 35
- D 20
Answer key not yet available (pending official release)
Economy › Planning & Reforms
CSE1996
One of the important goals of the economic liberalisation policy is to achieve full convertibility of the Indian rupee. This is being advocated because:
- A convertibility of the rupee will stabilize its exchange value against major currencies of the world ✓
- B it will attract more foreign capital inflow in India
- C it will help to promote exports
- D it will help India secure loans from the world financial markets at attractive terms
✓ Correct answer: (A)
Economy › External Sector & Trade
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