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Prelims 2026 · Economy · Question 94

Which one of the following best describes the 'Crowding Out Effect' in the context of fiscal policy ?<br/>

  1. A situation where private investment increases due to increased Government spending
  2. A situation where Government borrowing leads to higher interest rates, which reduces private investment
  3. A situation where an increase in taxes leads to increased private sector investment
  4. A situation where Government spending has no impact on aggregate demand

Answer

A situation where Government borrowing leads to higher interest rates, which reduces private investment

The crowding out effect refers to government borrowing pushing up interest rates and thereby reducing private investment. So option B is the best description.

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