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With reference to the Indian economy, consider the following statements: 1. If the inflation is too high, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to buy government securities. 2. If the rupee is rapidly depreciating, RBI is likely to sell dollars in the market. 3. If interest rates in the USA or European Union were to fall, that is likely to induce RBI to buy dollars. Which of the statements given above are correct?

UPSC · 2022 · Economy
Question:
With reference to the Indian economy, consider the following statements: 1. If the inflation is too high, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to buy government securities. 2. If the rupee is rapidly depreciating, RBI is likely to sell dollars in the market. 3. If interest rates in the USA or European Union were to fall, that is likely to induce RBI to buy dollars. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Options

1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
Answer: 2 and 3 only

Explanation:
To control rupee depreciation, RBI sells dollars. When foreign interest rates fall, capital inflows increase, prompting RBI to buy dollars to prevent excessive appreciation.

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