Devaluation refers to the deliberate downward adjustment of a country's currency value relative to other currencies or a standard, typically within a fixed exchange rate system. It is a monetary policy tool used by governments to enhance the competitiveness of their exports and manage trade imbalances.
The correct option is (B): Decrease in the value of money in terms of foreign currency
Match List-I with List-II
| List-I (Term/Name) | List-II (Characteristics) |
|---|---|
| (A) Privatisation | (I) Work which focuses on providing services like trade, transport, financial services etc. |
| (B) Disinvestment | (II) Spread of investment into different types of economic activities in order to reduce risks. |
| (C) Tertiary sector | (III) Private companies can invest in sectors earlier reserved for the government. |
| (D) Diversification | (IV) The government sells its share in public sector companies. |
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