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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

Which economic concept is described as “the next best alternative foregone”?

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What is “inclusive growth”?

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What is the concept of “invisible hand” associated with?

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What is meant by “structural unemployment”?

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Which of the following is a feature of monopolistic competition?

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Which of the following is considered a public good?

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Which term refers to an economy that has elements of both capitalism and socialism?

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What is “fiscal stimulus”?

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What is the objective of the Goods and Services Tax (GST)?

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Which term refers to the decrease in the value of a currency relative to foreign currencies?

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