Economy & Business MCQs: RBI, Exports, Capex (April 2026) for UPSC, SSC, Banking

11.

What is a potential short-term impact of the RBI's decision to hold interest rates steady?

A Significant boost in consumer spending due to cheaper loans.

B Increased foreign direct investment due to higher returns.

C Sustained higher borrowing costs for businesses and consumers.

D Rapid depreciation of the Indian Rupee.

12.

How many consecutive times has the MPC maintained the repo rate at 6.50% as of its April 2026 review?

A Five times

B Six times

C Seven times

D Eight times

13.

What is the primary objective of the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)?

A To maximize government revenue through taxation.

B To maintain price stability while supporting economic growth.

C To manage the foreign exchange reserves exclusively.

D To regulate the stock market operations.

14.

Which of the following was cited as a key reason for the MPC's decision to maintain the repo rate?

A Significant decline in global crude oil prices.

B Persistent core inflation and global uncertainties.

C Robust growth in agricultural output.

D Strong appreciation of the Indian Rupee against major currencies.

15.

What was the primary decision taken by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in its April 2026 review?

A Increased the repo rate by 25 basis points.

B Decreased the repo rate by 25 basis points.

C Maintained the repo rate at 6.50%.

D Introduced a new liquidity adjustment facility.

Economy & Business MCQs - 2026-04-14