UPSC Prelims 2013 Economy PYQ | In-Depth Analysis & Value Addition | UPSC 2025 Preparation

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In this video, I analyze a Previous Year Question (PYQ) from the UPSC Prelims 2013 related to the Economy.
Which one of the following groups
of items is included in India's
foreign-exchange reserves?
(a) Foreign-currency assets,
Special Drawing Rights (SDRs)
and loans from foreign
countries
(b) Foreign-currency assets, gold
holdings of the RBI and SDRs
(c) Foreign-currency assets, loans
from the World Bank and SDRs
(d) Foreign-currency assets, gold
holdings of the RBI and loans
from the World Bank
I break down each option, explain the correct answer, and provide value-added insights for each option to enhance your understanding. Additionally, I highlight the next possible questions UPSC might ask, based on trends and patterns. This is part of a series designed to help you prepare effectively for UPSC Prelims 2025 by mastering PYQs and anticipating future questions. Stay tuned for more!