Economics is one of the vast subjects that belong to the general awareness of the SSC CGL exam. Due to having a vast syllabus, we have divided economics into three parts. We have already provided part 1 and part 2. This blog has covered part 3 (last part) of economics for SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 exam. Part 3 consists of topics such as PSUs / Maharatna, Navratna, Indian Economy: Planning, Indian Economy: Central Problems, International Organizations and Groups, Govt. Schemes, and Other Topics. Those who have not gone through part 1 and part 2 are highly advised to first go through them carefully so that they can prepare for economics completely for the SSC CGL 2025 exam. This blog has provided the basic concepts and questions, and answers of the part 3 topics.
Economics for SSC CGL Part 3: Topic-wise and Full Length Mock Tests
This blog has provided part 3 of economics for SSC CGL 2025 exam. But we all know that just preparing economics is not enough, you should focus on other topics or sections too. For that, we have provided some free preparation resources, which include free topic-wise tests, a free complete mock test, free weekly quizzes, and free previous year question papers. Attempt these free preparation resources for the SSC CGL 2025 Tier 1 exam to improve your preparation level, speed, accuracy, time management skills, etc, for the exam.
Topics Covered in Economics for SSC CGL Part 3
Here we have mentioned those topics and their introduction, whose questions we have provided in the form of a one-liner quiz and a PDF format. You are advised to first go through the introduction and understand the topics carefully, then go to the question section.
- PSUs / Maharatna, Navratna, Indian
- Economy: Planning
- Indian Economy: Central Problems
- International Organizations and Groups
- Govt. Schemes
- Other Topics
Economics: PSUs / Maharatna, Navratna
Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) are government-owned corporations vital to national development and strategic interests.
| Subtopic | Key Points |
|---|---|
| PSUs | Companies owned mainly by the government aim at public welfare over profit |
| Maharatna | Top PSUs with large revenues and global presence (e.g., ONGC, NTPC) |
| Navratna | Empowered mid-level PSUs with greater autonomy (e.g., BEL, HAL) |
| Miniratna | Smaller PSUs with consistent profits and limited autonomy |
Economics: Indian Economy – Planning
Planning in India refers to the systematic government-led economic development strategy.
| Subtopic | Key Points |
|---|---|
| Planning Commission | Formed in 1950 to design Five-Year Plans; replaced by NITI Aayog in 2015 |
| Five-Year Plans | Development goals set for 5-year periods; focus areas included agriculture, industry, services |
| NITI Aayog | Policy think tank for cooperative federalism, innovation, and sustainable growth |
| Types of Planning | Indicative vs. Directive; centralized vs. decentralized |
Economics: Indian Economy – Central Problems
All economies face basic problems of allocation due to the scarcity of resources.
| Subtopic | Key Points |
|---|---|
| What to Produce? | Decision on types and quantities of goods |
| How to Produce? | Choice between labor-intensive vs. capital-intensive methods |
| For Whom to Produce? | Distribution of goods among different sections of society |
| Resource Allocation | Efficient use of limited resources to maximize welfare |
Economics: International Organizations and Groups
Global organizations play a major role in financial stability and development.
| Subtopic | Key Points |
|---|---|
| IMF | Provides financial aid, promotes monetary cooperation |
| World Bank | Funds development projects in poorer countries |
| WTO | Regulates global trade, resolves disputes |
| BRICS | Group of 5 major emerging economies (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) |
| G20 / G7 | Forums of major economies discussing global economic issues |
Economics: Govt. Schemes
Government schemes aim to support social welfare and economic development.
| Subtopic | Key Points |
|---|---|
| PMAY | Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – housing for all |
| MNREGA | Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act – rural employment |
| PM-KISAN | Direct income support to farmers |
| Startup India | Encourages entrepreneurship via funding and tax exemptions |
| Digital India | Promotes digital infrastructure and e-governance |
Economics Questions for SSC CGL Part 3 PDF: Download Free PDF
In part 3, we have so many topics whose introductions are provided above. You are advised to go through the introductions of the topics that we have provided. Here we have provided the economics questions for SSC CGL PDF that you can download for free. This PDF consists of questions and answers related to the topics that we have mentioned above. You are also advised to go through parts 1 and 2 so that you can go through complete the preparation for economics.
1. Who is known as the ‘Father of Public Sector Undertakings’ in India?
2. MTNL/ Engineers India Limited comes under which category?
3. How many Navratnas CPSEs (Central Public Sector Enterprises) are there in India?
4. Which Public Sector Undertakings was accorded the Maharatna status in February 2013?
5. After ONGC, OIC, NTPC and SAIL, the ‘Navratna’ PSU which was awarded ‘Maharatna’ status is
6. Which is a Maharatna that is a central public sector enterprise in power sector?
7. The concept of ‘Navratnas’ was evolved in which year’s Union Budget?
8. Token privatisation or deficit privatisation of public sector units occur when the government sells
9. Which is NOT a Maharatna public sector unit of India?
10. What is the full form of ‘CARE’, the third credit rating agency in India?
Economics for SSC CGL Part 1 and Part 2
Here we have provided the direct links to the rest of the parts of economics for SSC CGL. As in part 1, we have covered the basics of economics, Demand and Supply, Production, Costs, & Consumption, Market, National Income and GDP, and Money. Part 2 covers banking, financial institutions, inflation, budget and taxation, stocks and debentures, and foreign trade. In this way, we have covered almost all topics that belong to economics. If you want to score well in economics in SSC CGL 2025 exam, then you should go through all parts.
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Economics for SSC CGL Part 3: FAQs
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