State PCS PYQPrelims 2023

BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 125

Consider the following statements about recent Union Government finances: 1. The fiscal deficit reached 9.2% of GDP during the pandemic year FY21. 2. The fiscal deficit moderated to 7.7% of GDP in FY22. 3. Revenue collection over the last two years has gone down. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

  1. Only 1
  2. 1 and 2
  3. 2 and 3
  4. None of the above
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Answer: (A) Only 1

Explanation

Economic Survey 2022-23: fiscal deficit 9.2% (FY21) → 6.7% (FY22), aided by buoyant revenue collection.

  • (A) Correct

    Correct: FY21 deficit was 9.2%; FY22 was 6.7% (not 7.7%), and revenue rose.

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: FY22 deficit was 6.7%.

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: both are wrong.

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: statement 1 is correct.