Question

1. The New Economic Policy comprises the various policy measures and changes introduced since July 1991.
A. There is a common thread running through all these measures.
B. The objective is simple to improve the efficiency of the system.
C. The regulator mechanism involving multitude of controls has fragmented the capacity and reduced competition even in the private sector.
D. The thrust of the new policy is towards creating a more competitive environment as a means to improving the productivity and efficiency of the economy.
6. This is to be achieved by removing the banners and restrictions on the entry and growth of firms.

• A. DCAB
• B. ABCD
• C. BDAC
• D. CDBA

Hint:

When a policy change is introduced, first explain its theme, then objective, diagnose the problem, and finally state the solution. The 'how' comes last.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Sentence 1 introduces the topic — changes in policy since 1991.
(A) naturally follows — describing a common thread across all those measures.
(B) clarifies that the goal of those measures is efficiency.
(C) explains what was wrong earlier — heavy regulation hurting competition.
(D) gives the solution — creating a more competitive environment.
Sentence 6 then explains how this will be achieved (by removing restrictions).
Hence, the correct sequence is:
1 — A — B — C — D — 6
ABCD