Q. Consider the following statements regarding government budgets:
1.A balanced budget is when government expenditure is equal to its revenue.
2.A budget surplus occurs when government revenue falls short of its expenditure.
3.A budget deficit is a situation where government expenditure exceeds its revenue.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • A balanced budget means government expenditure equals revenue.
  • A budget surplus means revenue is more than expenditure, not less.
  • A budget deficit occurs when expenditure exceeds

Source: Indian Economy (NCERT)

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