12th Class Economics Solved Paper - Economics 2014 Outside Delhi Set-I

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    What are externalities? Give an example of a positive externality and its impact on welfare of the people.

    Answer:

    An externality is said to occur when the action of one entity made an impact on other entity. These externalities can be positive as well as negative. A positive externality occurs when the action of one person positively affects the other. For instance, plantation by a person provides fresh air to others. Also, it contributes to the environment along with increasing the welfare of people. Thus, plantation by a person affects the life of the people living on the surrounding areas, it enhances the overall welfare of the society and creates positive externality.


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