Which of the following brings out the ‘Consumer Price Index Number’ for Industrial workers?
(A) RBI
(B) The Labour Bureau
(C) Commerce Department
(D) NITI Aayog
Correct Answer : The Labour Bureau
Question Asked : SSC CGL Tier-I (CBE) Exam 2016
Explanation : The Consumer Price Index Numbers for Industrial Workers CPI (IW) are being compiled, maintained and disseminated by the Labour Bureau since its inception in October, 1946. These index numbers are being utilized for fixation and revision of wages and determination of variable Dearness Allowances payable to workers in organized sectors of the economy. These index numbers are compiled by the pureau on month to month basis.
....Read more
Useful Quotations for : UPSC, State PSC, IBPS, SSC, Railway, NDA, Police Exams
Like The Facebook Page
CurrentGK for
Current Affairs, Latest GK &
Employment News
Tags : Agriculture Expenditure Income Industry Policies & Importance
