Budget terms — revenue/capital receipts & expenditure
E-2.2.1Core
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UPSC tests budget classification through MCQs on revenue vs capital distinction, often with real budget line-item scenarios. Examiners focus on definition-based differentiation and impact on fiscal position. Common mistake: confusing revenue receipts with revenue expenditure or misclassifying grants and loans.
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Revenue receipts = earn income, don't create liability
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Capital receipts = borrow or sell assets, create liability
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Revenue expenditure = consumed in one year, no asset
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Capital expenditure = creates asset, benefits multiple years
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Grants received = revenue; loans received = capital
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