Which one of the following expenditures is subtracted from Fiscal Deficit to arrive at Primary Deficit ?
- A. Defence expenditure
- B. Expenditure on subsidies
- C. Interest payments ✓
- D. Pension
Correct Answer: C. Interest payments
Explanation
Primary Deficit is calculated by subtracting interest payments on previous borrowings from the current year's Fiscal Deficit.
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