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What is the primary mechanism used by the RBI to control the money supply in the economy?

  • Trade policy
  • Monetary policy (correct)
  • Fiscal policy
  • Industrial policy

What is the Repo Rate in the context of economic policy?

  • The rate at which the government borrows from banks
  • The rate at which banks lend to each other
  • The rate at which the RBI lends to banks overnight (correct)
  • The rate at which the RBI lends to the government

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to inflation?

  • Decrease in aggregate supply
  • Decrease in the overall cost of production (correct)
  • Increase in aggregate demand
  • Increase in the money supply

What does 'deflation' refer to in the context of economics?

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What is the primary impact of inflation on consumers?

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What is a major way to control inflation, as mentioned in the text?

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Which of the following is an example of a 'consumer staple' as mentioned in the context of inflation?

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What is the role of monetary policy in managing inflation?

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What is the primary function of the repo rate?

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When the repo rate is decreased, what is the likely effect on the money supply?

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How does the repo rate influence inflation?

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What happens to the money supply when the repo rate is increased?

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What is the relationship between the repo rate and the availability of funds in the banking system?

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What is the main reason why central banks use the repo rate to regulate the money supply?

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How does the repo rate system contribute to the stability of the economy?

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What is the primary role of the repo rate in the monetary policy of a country?

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What are the two main factors that can drive inflation?

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How does the repo rate primarily affect inflation?

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Which of the following is NOT directly affected by changes in the repo rate?

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What is the term used to describe the time delay between a change in the repo rate and its impact on the economy?

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What is the main objective of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in terms of inflation?

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What is the main challenge faced by monetary policy in relation to inflation?

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What is the primary mechanism through which the repo rate affects the economy?

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Why is it difficult for the repo rate to address supply-side factors of inflation?

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What is the primary difference between the repo rate and the reverse repo rate?

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What does the term 'transmission lag' refer to in the context of monetary policy?

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Which of the following is NOT a channel through which changes in the repo rate can impact the economy?

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What is the relationship between the repo rate and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the challenges faced by monetary authorities in implementing monetary policy?

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How does the 'expectations channel' influence the economy?

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What is the main purpose of the reverse repo rate?

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What is the maximum percentage of SLR securities that banks can use when availing the Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) Rate?

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What is the primary function of the Market Stabilization Scheme (MSS)?

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How does the RBI use the Repo Rate to control liquidity?

<p>By setting a rate at which banks can borrow short-term funds from the RBI against government securities. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between the Bank Rate and the Repo Rate?

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When the RBI sells government securities in the open market, what is the likely consequence for liquidity in the market?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a tool used by the RBI to control money supply?

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Which of the following best describes the objective of Open Market Operations (OMOs)?

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What is the primary purpose of the Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF) in the Indian financial system?

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How does the RBI use the Bank Rate to control the banking system?

<p>By providing a penalty to banks if they do not meet the required reserve ratios (SLR and CRR). (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the immediate consequence of the RBI increasing the repo rate on the stock market?

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Which of the following sectors would likely be MOST vulnerable to an increase in the repo rate?

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What is the PRIMARY reason for the RBI's recent increase in the repo rate?

<p>To control escalating inflation and re-anchor inflation expectations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the repo rate and the flow of money in the economy?

<p>An increase in the repo rate leads to a decrease in the flow of money, as companies have less capital available for investment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does an increase in the repo rate impact EMI (Equated Monthly Installment) payments?

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What is the PRIMARY goal of the RBI's monetary policy in the context of inflation?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to the RBI's recent decision to increase the repo rate?

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If the targeted CPI inflation rate is 4%, what is the upper tolerance limit for inflation according to the content provided?

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Flashcards

Repo Rate

The fixed interest rate at which RBI lends to banks overnight.

Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF)

A mechanism allowing banks to borrow money from RBI against collateral.

Inflation

A sustained increase in the general price level of goods and services.

Deflation

The decrease in the price index of a basket of goods and services.

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Purchasing Power

The value of currency in terms of the quantity of goods it can buy.

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Aggregate Demand

The total demand for goods and services within an economy.

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Monetary Policy

Macroeconomic policy by RBI to control money supply and interest rates.

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Control Inflation Measures

Actions to align aggregate supply with demand to stabilize prices.

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Monetary Tool

A method used by central banks, like the repo rate, to control the money supply.

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Money Supply Regulation

The process of increasing or decreasing the amount of funds available in the economy.

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Decrease in Repo Rate

Incentivizes banks to sell securities for cash, increasing money supply.

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Increase in Repo Rate

Discourages banks from borrowing, reducing money supply.

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Securing Funds

The process of central banks providing cash to banks through securities transactions.

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Liquidity

The availability of liquid assets to a bank or an economy.

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OMOs

Open Market Operations (OMOs) involve selling or buying securities by RBI to manage liquidity in the market.

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Market Stabilization Scheme (MSS)

A scheme by RBI to regulate liquidity by selling government securities and thus stabilizing the financial market.

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Bank Rate

The interest rate at which RBI lends long-term funds to banks, influencing overall money supply.

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Collateral

Assets pledged by banks (usually government securities) to secure a loan from RBI at the repo rate.

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Interest Benchmark

The repo rate acts as a benchmark for banks to price loans for their customers.

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Liquidity Management

The process of ensuring that banks have enough cash to meet their short-term obligations.

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Transmission Channels

Methods through which monetary policy impacts the economy.

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Interest Rate Channel

The pathway where changes in interest rates affect spending and investment.

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Credit Channel

How changes in monetary policy affect credit availability to businesses and consumers.

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Exchange Rate Channel

The influence of monetary policy on currency value affecting trade dynamics.

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Asset Price Channel

The reinforcement of wealth effect from rising asset prices due to policy changes.

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Expectations Channel

How perceptions about the economy influence consumer and business behavior.

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Reverse Repo Rate

The rate RBI pays banks for keeping excess funds with it.

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Marginal Standing Facility Rate

The penal rate at which the central bank lends to banks beyond the repo rate.

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Inflation Causes

Factors leading to inflation can be demand-driven or supply-driven.

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Demand-Side Inflation

Inflation caused by higher demand for goods and services.

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Supply-Side Factors

Influences on inflation related to production costs, like commodity prices.

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Repo Rate Changes

Adjustments to the repo rate primarily impact demand through interest rates.

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Transmission Lag

The delay between a policy change and its effect on the economy.

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Medium-Term Inflation Target

The goal to keep inflation around 4% within a 2-6% range.

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Monetary Policy Challenge

The difficulty in translating repo rate changes into economic actions.

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Inflation Target

The desired inflation rate set by the RBI is 4%.

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Upper Tolerance Limit

The maximum acceptable inflation rate is 6% (4% + 2%).

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Lower Tolerance Limit

The minimum acceptable inflation rate is 2% (4% - 2%).

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Repo Rate Effect

An increase in repo rate typically reduces the flow of capital to the economy.

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Interest Rates & Stock Market

Higher interest rates lead to a slump in stock markets due to reduced investment.

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Loan & EMI Impact

An increase in repo rate causes banks to raise loan and EMI rates.

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Capital-Intensive Sectors

Sectors like capital goods are more affected by rate increases due to high debt.

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RBI's Response to Inflation

The RBI increases the repo rate to control inflation and reduce money flow.

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Study Notes

Inflation and RBI

  • The repo rate is the fixed interest rate at which the RBI provides overnight liquidity to banks.
  • The repo rate is used to control the money supply in an economy.
  • An increase or decrease in the availability of funds controls inflation.
  • Inflation refers to a sustained increase in the general price level of goods and services over time.
  • Inflation is the rise in prices of common goods and services.
  • Inflation measures the average price change of a basket of common goods and services over time.
  • Deflation is the opposite of inflation, a rare fall in the price index in a basket of goods and services.
  • Inflation indicates a decrease in the purchasing power of a country's currency, measured as a percentage.

Factors Affecting Inflation

Demand Side Factors:

  • Increased money supply
  • Rise in disposable income
  • Increase in public expenditure
  • Increase in consumer spending
  • Easy monetary policy
  • Deficit financing
  • Expansion of the private sector
  • Increased population
  • Black money
  • Repaying public debt
  • Increased exports

Supply Side Factors:

  • Shortage of production factors
  • Industrial disputes
  • Natural calamities
  • Artificial shortages
  • Increase of exports
  • Lop-sided production
  • Law of diminishing returns
  • International factors
  • Increased cost of production

Measures to Control Inflation

  • Increasing supplies of goods and services
  • Reducing money incomes to control aggregate demand.

Control of Inflation

Monetary policy:

  • Credit control
  • Demonetization of currency
  • Issue of new currency

Fiscal policy:

  • Reduce unnecessary expenditure
  • Increase taxes
  • Increase savings
  • Public debt
  • Surplus budgets

Other measures:

  • To increase production
  • Rational wage policy
  • Price control

Role of RBI and Monetary Policy

  • Monetary policy is a macroeconomic policy set by the central bank, which manages interest rates and overall money supply to support economic growth.
  • Monetary policy tools are used to control inflation, consumption, and liquidity.
  • RBI implements monetary policy through open market operations, bank rate policy, reserve system, credit control, and moral persuasion to influence interest rates or money supply.

Fiscal and Monetary Policy

  • Fiscal policy manages the government's revenue and expenditure.
  • Monetary policy manages the money supply.
  • Money supply is impacted by the government and RBI.
  • Tools for monetary policy are Repo rate and reverse repo rate, and open market operations.

Quantitative Tools

  • Reserve Rate (CRR and SLR)
  • Open market operations (OMO)
  • Market Stabilization Scheme (MSS)
  • Bank rate
  • Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF)
  • Repo rate

Recent Changes in Repo Rate and CRR

  • Repo rate stands at 4.40 percent, and CRR at 4.5 percent.

RBI Key Policy Rates

  • Repo Rate: Lending rate from RBI to commercial banks.
  • Reverse Repo Rate: The rate at which RBI borrows money from commercial banks.
  • Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR): The percentage of deposits that commercial banks must maintain with the RBI.

Impact of Repo Rate Change

  • Stock Market: An inverse relationship between interest rates and stock prices. Repo rate increases lead to decreased stock market activity.
  • Loan and EMI rates: Increase in the repo rate leads to increased rates for loans and EMI repayments.
  • Unequal impact: Capital-intensive sectors are more vulnerable to repo rate changes, while other sectors exhibit less of an impact.
  • Inflation: During high inflation, RBI uses repo rate increases to reduce money supply, thereby impacting business investments, loans and economic growth, all to help combat inflation.

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