national income & human development index section 4 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

In India, rural incomes are generally lower than urban incomes. Which of the following reasons account for this?

1. A large number of farmers are illiterate and know little about scientific agriculture.
2. Prices of primary products are lower than those of manufactured products.
3. Investment in agriculture has been lower when compared to investment in the industry

a) 1 and 3

b) 1 and 2

c) 1, 2 and 3

d) 2 and 3

Question : 2

Which of the following is/are the component(s) of Gross Domestic Capital Formation (GDCF)?

1. Gross Domestic Saving
2. Net Capital Inflow
3. Direct Foreign Investment

a) Only 2

b) Only 1

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Only 3

Question : 3

Indian economy has witnessed highest growth rate in GDP in the year

a) 2004 – 05

b) 2003 – 04

c) 2005 – 06

d) 2006 – 07

Question : 4

Consider the following statements in regard to inclusive development:

1. Inclusive developments refer to the social inclusion of the socially excluded sections of the society.
2. Creating productive and gainful employment opportunities.

a) 2 only

b) 1 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Question : 5

Which one of the following is not a constituent of Human Development Index?

a) Life Expectancy at Birth

b) Health and Nutrition

c) Gross Enrolment Rate

d) Per Capita Income

Question : 6

Consider the following statements :

1. Higher growth in GDP and population can occur together.
2. Per capita income always decreases with high population growth.

a) 2 only

b) 1 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2