Which one of the following is a developmental expenditure?

(A) Irrigation expenditure
(B) Civil administration
(C) Debt services
(D) Grant-in-aid

Correct Answer : Irrigation expenditure
Question Asked : SSC CPO Sub-Inspector Exam 2008
Explanation : Public expenditure whether plans or non-plan or capital or revenue is classified into developmental and non-developmental expenditure. The expenditure which is incurred on activities directly related to economic development is called developmental expenditure. Hence, expenditure incurred on education, health care, scientific research; infrastructure and so on is developmental expenditure. Expenditure incurred on general essential services required for normal running of the government is termed as non-developmental expenditure. Therefore, expenditure incurred on services relating to general administration, police, defense, judiciary etc. is non-developmental expenditure.
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