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Which administrative measure is commonly used to control inflation caused by supply shortages?

easy Q13 of 15
Economic Awareness - Sectors of Indian Economy
Which administrative measure is commonly used to control inflation caused by supply shortages?
AOpen Market Operations
BReduction in Cash Reserve Ratio
CIncrease in Repo Rate
DPrice Controls
Step-by-Step Solution
  1. Step 1: Identify administrative measures

    Administrative measures include government actions like price controls, rationing, and import of essential goods to manage supply-side inflation.
  2. Step 2: Match measure to supply shortage

    Price controls directly limit prices to prevent inflation due to supply shortages, unlike monetary tools which affect demand.
  3. Final Answer:

    Price Controls → Option D
  4. Quick Check:

    Administrative inflation control = Price Controls ✅
Quick Trick: Price controls curb inflation from supply constraints
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing monetary tools with administrative measures
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