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Prelims Practice – Trade and Industry

Indian Trade and Industry – MCQs

UPSC | PSC – Prelims Practice


Instructions: Choose the correct answer. Focus on concepts and policy relevance.

1. A trade deficit occurs when:

A) Exports exceed imports
B) Imports exceed exports
C) Exports equal imports
D) There are no imports

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Correct Answer: B


2. Which of the following is a major export of India?

A) Crude oil
B) Gold
C) IT services
D) Natural gas

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Correct Answer: C


3. The primary objective of the “Make in India” initiative is to:

A) Increase imports
B) Promote manufacturing
C) Reduce exports
D) Improve agriculture

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Correct Answer: B


4. The PLI Scheme is designed to:

A) Increase tax revenue
B) Promote domestic production
C) Reduce industrial output
D) Encourage imports

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Correct Answer: B


5. The MSME sector is important mainly because it:

A) Boosts imports
B) Generates employment
C) Controls inflation
D) Regulates banking

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Correct Answer: B


6. India is highly dependent on imports of:

A) Pharmaceuticals
B) IT services
C) Crude oil
D) Textiles

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Correct Answer: C


7. The term “Atmanirbhar Bharat” emphasizes:

A) Global dependence
B) Self-reliance
C) Reduced production
D) Increased imports

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Correct Answer: B


8. Which sector contributes the largest share to India’s GDP?

A) Agriculture
B) Manufacturing
C) Services
D) Mining

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Correct Answer: C


9. Industrial growth depends on:

A) Capital
B) Technology
C) Infrastructure
D) All of the above

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Correct Answer: D


10. The most effective way to reduce trade deficit is to:

A) Increase imports
B) Increase exports
C) Reduce production
D) Increase government spending

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Correct Answer: B


Exam Tip:
Focus on policy objectives, economic concepts, and sector-wise contributions.

Practice and Concept Clarity



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