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World Trade Organization and Global Trade Regimes

Subject: Economics

Book: Comprehensive Indian Economy

The WTO sets multilateral trade rules, resolving disputes and reducing barriers. India, a founding member, balances developing-country interests with progressive liberalization. Key issues revolve around agricultural subsidies, intellectual property rights, and e-commerce rules. Understanding the Doha Development Agenda and India’s stance on public stockholding for food security is crucial for mains. Additionally, note preferential trade agreements (RCEP, EU-FTA) and how they differ from full-fledged WTO obligations. Exam questions may probe how India navigates global trade tensions or uses “special and differential treatment” provisions to safeguard domestic sectors.

Practice Questions

What is the main feature of a free-market economy?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of “perfect competition”?

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Which of the following is a feature of a command economy?

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Which is the largest source of tax revenue for the Government of India?

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What does “Laissez-faire” policy advocate?

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Which of the following factors is NOT included in the calculation of Human Development Index (HDI)?

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What does the term “elasticity of demand” measure?

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What is meant by “monetary policy”?

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Which of the following is considered a public good?

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What is the main purpose of monetary policy?

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