Off loading of government shares to private companies is known as

(A) Investment
(B) Disinvestment
(C) Centralization
(D) Decentralization

Correct Answer : Disinvestment
Question Asked : SSC CAPFs ASI & Delhi Police SI Exam 2017
Explanation : Disinvestment can be defined as the action of an organisation (or government) selling or liquidating an asset, share or subsidiary. It Is also referred to as 'divestment' or 'divestiture: A company or a government organisation typically disinvests an asset either as a strategic move for the company, or for raising resources to meet general/specific needs.
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