SSC CPO 2019 PYQ — Question 64

SSC CPO Tier I - 12th March 2019 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q64

‘Red Tape’ in an economy refers to:

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Rigid conformity to formal rules

Red tape is a derisive term for excessive regulation or rigid conformity to formal rules that is considered redundant or bureaucratic and hinders or prevents action or decision-making. It is usually applied to government, but can also be applied to other organisations like corporations.