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Question
Define fiscal deficit.
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Solution 1
The fiscal deficit is the excess of total expenditure, i.e. revenue and capital expenditure, over total receipts. This measure reflects total borrowings of the government during the financial year.
Solution 2
Fiscal deficit refers to the excess of total expenditure over total receipts, excluding borrowings, during the given fiscal year.
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