The primary aim of disinvestment is often to raise revenue for the government, improve the efficiency and competitiveness of the PSUs by bringing in private sector management, and reduce the fiscal burden on the government.
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Asked in Sr. Teacher (Sanskrit Edu.) Comp. Exam 2024 · Topic: Fiscal Policy & Revenue (Disinvestment and Privatization as Fiscal Tools)
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Answer: A. Selling out Public Sector industries to Private Sector
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