Identify the FALSE statement.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. SEBI conducts open market operations to regulate money supply in the economy.
The false statement is:
"SEBI conducts open market operations to regulate money supply in the economy."
Explanation:
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is responsible for conducting open market operations to regulate the money supply, not the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
- The RBI decides the bank rate.
- The RBI prints currency notes, but the exact number (e.g., 7100) is not specified here.
- The Ministry of Finance is responsible for issuing coins, including those numbered 21.