1706: Which one of the following statements appropriately describes the "fiscal stimulus"?
(a) It is an extreme affirmative action by the Government to pursue its policy of financial inclusion.
(b) It is Government's intensive action on financial institutions to ensure disbursement of loans to agriculture and allied sectors to promote greater food production and contain food inflation.
(c) It is an intense affirmative action of the Government to boost economic activity in the country.
(d) It is a massive investment by the Government in manufacturing sector to ensure the supply of goods to meet the demand surge caused by rapid economic growth.
1707: What is the shortest route from Moscow to San Francisco?
(a) Moscow to Europe, crossing Atlantic and East coast of North America
(b) Over the North pole and over Canada and crossing Pacific
(c) Moscow to Siberia to Japan and crossing Pacific
(d) Moscow to Europe to Greenland, crossing Atlantic and then North America
1708: With reference to Mughal India, what is/are the difference/differences between Jagirdar and Zamindar?
1. Jagirdars were holders of land assignments in lieu of judicial and police duties, whereas Zamindars were holders of revenue rights without obligation to perform any duty other than revenue collection.
2. Land assignments to Jagirdars were hereditary and revenue rights of Zamindars were not hereditary.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
1709: Which of the following is not included in Mughal paintings?
(a) Portraits
(b) Islamic themes
(c) Flowers and plants
(d) Hunting scenes
1710: The terms `Marginal Standing Facility Rate and `Net Demand and Time Liabilities, sometimes appearing in news, are used in relation to
(a) banking operations
(b) communication networking
(c) military strategies
(d) supply and demand of agricultural products