Question

Which of the following is NOT a component of M1 money supply in India?

A Currency with the public Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Demand deposits with banks Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Other deposits with RBI Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Time deposits with banks Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E Traveler's checks Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

  • In India's monetary aggregates:
    • M1 (Narrow Money)  =  Currency with the Public  +  Demand Deposits with Banks  +  'Other' Deposits with RBI  (which mainly comprises deposits of foreign central banks, international institutions, etc.).
    • Time Deposits  (fixed deposits, recurring deposits) are  not  part of M1. They are included in  M3 (Broad Money) , which is M1 + Time Deposits with Banks. M1 represents the most liquid forms of money readily available for transactions.

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