Read the following statements: Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose the correct alternative from those given below:
Assertion (A): The maximum value of Marginal Propensity to Save (MPS) can be unity.
Reason (R): At the break-even level of income, savings are zero.
Assertion (A): This is true because the maximum value of MPS can be unity when all additional income is saved and none is consumed.
Reason (R): This is true because, at the break-even level of income, all income is consumed, leaving savings at zero.
Conclusion: Although both statements are correct, the reason does not explain the assertion.
Read the following text carefully from ‘The Economic Times’ dated 8th June, 2023: “The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI’s) rate-setting panel unanimously decided to keep the benchmark lending rate unchanged at 6.5%. The committee voted to remain focused on the withdrawal of accommodating monetary policy.” On the basis of the given text and common understanding, answer the following questions: Identify and discuss the economic issue indicated in the above text.
For a hypothetical economy, assume the government increased infrastructural investment by ₹10,000 crore. 80% of additional income is consumed in the economy. Estimate the increase in income and the corresponding increase in consumption expenditure in the economy.
Discuss any two factors that lead to stagnating Indian agriculture sector during British rule.