Per Capita Income, National Income and Contribution to GDP
Q. Consider t...
Question
Q. Consider the following statements
Which of the above is included in the calculation of Gross national product(GNP)?
A
1 and 3 only
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B
2 and 3 only
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C
1, 2, and 4 only
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D
1, 2, 3 and 4
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Solution
The correct option is C 1, 2, and 4 only Explanation:
Gross national product (GNP) refers to the total value of all the goods and services produced by the citizens and businesses of a country, irrespective of the location of production.
It excludes the income generated by foreign nationals who are residing in the country.
The GNP includes the following economic activities
Indian company working in India
Indian company working abroad
Indian citizen working abroad
Foreign company working in India is included in GDP but not GNP