27 In the Indian Economy, 'Headline Inflation' is measured by

A. Consumer price index

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B. Wholesale price index

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C. Producer price index

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D. Service price index

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Solution

The correct option is B B. Wholesale price index

B. Wholesale price index
Reason: 'Headline Inflation' measures the entire inflation in the Economy; it takes into consideration even the commodities whose price fluctuates frequently.

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