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Which among the following steps is most likely to be taken at the time of an economic recession?

UPSC · 2021 · Economy
Question:
Which among the following steps is most likely to be taken at the time of an economic recession?

Options

Cut in tax rates accompanied by increase in interest rate
Increase in expenditure on public projects
Increase in tax rates accompanied by reduction of interest rate
Reduction of expenditure on public project
Answer: Increase in expenditure on public projects

Explanation:
During a recession, the government increases public spending to boost aggregate demand and employment, following Keynesian economic policy principles.

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