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Which of the following best explains why India adopted a gradual approach to capital account convertibility?

hard Q10 of 15
Economic Awareness - Sectors of Indian Economy
Which of the following best explains why India adopted a gradual approach to capital account convertibility?
ATo align with IMF's mandatory requirements
BBecause India had no foreign trade to support convertibility
CTo protect the economy from external shocks and maintain financial stability
DTo immediately attract maximum foreign capital without restrictions
Step-by-Step Solution
  1. Step 1: Understand rationale for gradual capital account convertibility

    Gradualism helps protect the economy from external shocks and maintain financial stability.
  2. Step 2: Confirm rationale

    To protect from external shocks and ensure stability explains the approach.
  3. Step 3: Other explanations incorrect

    IMF does not mandate; India has trade; immediate convertibility risks instability.
  4. Final Answer:

    To protect the economy from external shocks and maintain financial stability → Option C
  5. Quick Check:

    Gradual capital = stability protection ✅
Quick Trick: Gradual approach balances openness with economic stability.
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Assuming IMF mandates or immediate full convertibility is beneficial.
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