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    Question

    What has been the Centre’s dividend receipts from the

    Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) in comparison to the 2023-24 budget estimate (BE) of Rs 43,000 crore ?
    A Rs 43,843 crore Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.46,712 crore Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.50,590 crore Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.55,673 crore Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Centre’s dividend receipts from the Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) stood at Rs 43,843 crore as of January 1, crossing the 2023-24 budget estimate (BE) of Rs 43,000 crore. The Centre’s dividend income might exceed the budget target by at least Rs 60,000 crore-Rs 80,000 crore, boosting its resources to keep the fiscal deficit within targeted 5.9% of GDP.

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