OPSC OAS 2023 PrelimsPolityQuestion 18
Solved previous year question from the OPSC OAS/OCS 2023 Preliminary Examination (General Studies), with the official answer key and a detailed explanation.
Question
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of ‘Distributive Public Policy’?
(1) It is also known as ‘Patronage Policy’
(2) It is meant for specific segments of Society
(3) It is concerned with regulation and control of goods and services
(4) It requires little administrative discretion
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: (A) 1, 2 and 4
- Statement 1:Distributive policies are indeed called Patronage Policies because they distribute benefits, resources and services to specific groups.Government acts as a patron.
- Statement 2:Distributive policies target particular groups or segments. NOT universal in application. Each targets a specific population segment.
- Statement 3:This describes Regulatory Policy, NOT Distributive Policy. Regulatory policies control behaviors and regulate goods/services.
- Statement 4:Distributive policies are typically rule-based and standardized. The administrator simply checks eligibility and distributes — little discretion needed.
