Money Market: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Indian Economy)
1 previous year UPSC Prelims question on Money Market (Indian Economy). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
Explanations state facts as of the year each question was asked; words like “recently” refer to that year.
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UPSC 2014Indian Economy · Money Market
Q1. What does venture capital mean?
Explanation
Venture capital (VC) is a form of private equity and a type of financing that investors provide to startup companies and small businesses that are believed to have long-term growth potential. The majority of venture capital is often provided by wealthy individuals, investment banks, and other financial organisations. They often provide mentorship and strategic guidance in addition to funds. Investors take on higher risks with the expectation of high returns if the business succeeds. In India, firms such as Sequoia Capital, Accel Partners, and Indian Angel Network are well-known VC providers. Sectors like technology, e-commerce, and fintech have seen significant VC investments.
Answer key for these questions
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UPSC year
Correct answer
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2014
(b) A long-term start-up capital provided to new entrepreneurs
Frequently asked questions
How many previous year UPSC questions are there on Money Market?
This page covers 1 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Money Market (Indian Economy), asked from 2001 to 2024. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
How should I use previous year UPSC questions for Prelims?
Attempt each question first, then open the answer and read the explanation for every option. Repeat by chapter, and track which statements UPSC reuses across years. Previous year questions show the exam pattern and difficulty level.
Which years are covered for Money Market?
Questions on Money Market (Indian Economy) are available for 8 years, from 2001 to 2024. Use the Year filter to practise a single paper.
