66th B.P.S.C. (Pre) (Re-Exam) 2020

Lowering the Cash Reserve Ratio, it will have the following impact on the economy: I. Banks will have higher liquidity leverage. II. The economy may see increased investment. III. Supply of currency in the economy may broaden. IV. Real investment rate may decline. Select the correct code :

aI only
bBoth I and II
cI, II, III and IV
dII, III and IV
eNone of the above / More than one of the above✓ Correct

Explanation

Reducing the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) increases liquidity with banks, which can lead to a fall in interest rates, an increase in lending and investment, and an increase in money supply in the economy. Hence, statements I, II and III are true.

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