[Solved] National income calculated at current prices in India has shown a tendency to rise at a faster rate than national income at constant prices. This is because:

Q.	National income calculated at current prices in India has shown a tendency to rise at a faster rate than national income at constant prices. This is because:
A.	India's population has been rising fast
B.	General price level in the economy has been rising rapidly
C.	Statistically manipulations are employed by the Planning
D.	Base year chosen is an abnormal year
Answer» B. General price level in the economy has been rising rapidly

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