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What does price stability primarily aim to achieve?
What does price stability primarily aim to achieve?
- Low and stable inflation rates (correct)
- Zero inflation at all costs
- Direct control of all market prices
- Maximal price variation to stimulate growth
What typically happens when the central bank increases the money supply excessively?
What typically happens when the central bank increases the money supply excessively?
- Prices stabilize and economic growth accelerates
- Rising prices and inflation may result (correct)
- Deflation and recession occur
- Interest rates fall dramatically
How does the RBI primarily manage monetary policy?
How does the RBI primarily manage monetary policy?
- By setting absolute price controls
- By regulating money supply and interest rates (correct)
- By directly controlling the stock market
- By ensuring currency remains constant
What is the typical inflation target for central banks in developing economies?
What is the typical inflation target for central banks in developing economies?
What impact does increased demand for money generally have on interest rates?
What impact does increased demand for money generally have on interest rates?
What defines the relationship between money supply and prices?
What defines the relationship between money supply and prices?
Which of the following conflicts often arises in monetary policy objectives?
Which of the following conflicts often arises in monetary policy objectives?
What does a central bank typically target to ensure economic growth?
What does a central bank typically target to ensure economic growth?
What is the primary objective of the RBI in determining the money supply in the economy?
What is the primary objective of the RBI in determining the money supply in the economy?
How does the RBI influence aggregate demand in the economy?
How does the RBI influence aggregate demand in the economy?
In the context of monetary policy, what does the term 'interest rate' refer to?
In the context of monetary policy, what does the term 'interest rate' refer to?
What determines the interest rates in an economy?
What determines the interest rates in an economy?
Which approach does the RBI follow to determine the correct dose of money supply?
Which approach does the RBI follow to determine the correct dose of money supply?
What causes inflation in relation to aggregate demand and supply?
What causes inflation in relation to aggregate demand and supply?
How does the demand for money impact the overall economy?
How does the demand for money impact the overall economy?
What economic indicators does the RBI consider while assessing money supply needs?
What economic indicators does the RBI consider while assessing money supply needs?
What is the relationship between the demand for money and interest rates?
What is the relationship between the demand for money and interest rates?
Who primarily determines the supply of money in the economy?
Who primarily determines the supply of money in the economy?
What does the money multiplier indicate?
What does the money multiplier indicate?
How does a lower reserve ratio affect the banking sector?
How does a lower reserve ratio affect the banking sector?
What does the RBI aim to achieve by adjusting the money supply?
What does the RBI aim to achieve by adjusting the money supply?
Which of the following correctly describes the supply curve of money as determined by the RBI?
Which of the following correctly describes the supply curve of money as determined by the RBI?
Who among the following is NOT a direct demander of money?
Who among the following is NOT a direct demander of money?
What is the primary reason individuals and businesses demand money?
What is the primary reason individuals and businesses demand money?
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Study Notes
Money as an Asset
- Money represents a small portion of total wealth held in liquid cash.
- Convenience drives demand for money among consumers, businesses, and government entities.
Demand for Money
- Community's liquidity preference defines the demand for money.
- Demand for money has an inverse relationship with interest rates; demand curve slopes downward.
Money Supply Sources
- Money is supplied by savers, foreign investors, and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
- Supply from savers and foreign investors is interest-elastic.
- The RBI determines money supply arbitrarily for monetary policy objectives, resulting in a vertical supply curve.
RBI's Objectives
- RBI aims to adjust liquidity based on:
- Real economic growth
- Inflation tolerance
- Implements a monetary target and multiple indicator approaches for effective money supply management.
Money Multiplier Effect
- Money multiplies within the banking sector based on the formula: Money Multiplier = 1/Reserve Ratio (RR) * 100.
- A lower reserve ratio increases banks' lending capacity, enabling greater money multiplication.
Monetary Policy Mechanics
- GDP is composed of consumption (C), investment (I), government spending (G), and net exports (NX).
- Monetary policy controls aggregate demand (AD) through interest rate manipulation, influencing C and I to manage inflation.
Interest Rates
- Interest rates represent the price for using money and are influenced by the demand and supply of money.
Monetary Policy Definition and Goals
- Refers to central bank actions to regulate money cost and supply, aiming for socio-economic objectives:
- Price stabilization
- Sustaining higher economic growth
- Currency value management
- Often faces a policy trilemma, balancing between growth and inflation.
Price Stability Concept
- Price stability targets low, stable inflation rather than zero inflation.
- Central banks aim for inflation targets:
- 1-2% in advanced economies
- 4-6% in developing economies
Relationship Between Money Supply and Prices
- A direct correlation exists; excess money supply can cause inflation, while insufficient supply can lead to deflation.
- Maintaining an optimal money supply is crucial for economic growth and price stability.
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