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Malaysia's Economic Policies Quiz

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 13mins

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Class
Date
1.

The following lists are Malaysia’s long-term plan, EXCEPT: -

a)

New Economic Policy

b)

Second Malaya Plan

c)

National Vision Policy

d)

New Economic Model

2.

Among the four (4) new dimensions that were introduced during National Development Plan (NDP) were:

a)

to restructure society that aims to reduce the dependence of the Malays and other indigenous people on subsistence agriculture.

b)

I and II

c)

II and III

d)

to focus on employment and rapid development of an active BCIC.

e)

to focus on human resource development as a fundamental requirement to achieve the objectives of growth and distribution.

3.

Which of the followings were included in the Strategic Reform Initiatives (SRIs) of New Economic Model?

a)

Strengthening of the public sector and re-energizing the private sector

b)

Restructuring of society and balanced development

c)

Shifting the focus of anti-poverty and human resource development

d)

National unity and active government participation in the economy

4.

Which of the following is NOT the argument for privatization?

a)

Relieves financial and administration burden of the public sector to private sector

b)

Enhances efficiency

c)

Decreases productivity and efficiency

d)

Increase productivity

5.

Which of the following statements is incorrect about New Economic Policy (NEP) objective and strategies?

a)

The NEP was formulated to eradicate poverty by raising income levels and increasing employment opportunities for all Malaysians, irrespective of race.

b)

The NEP was formulated to accelerate the process of restructuring Malaysian society to correct economic imbalances, so as to reduce and eventually to eliminate the identification of race by economic function.

c)

The NEP also focused on the creation of a Malay Commercial and Industrial Community, later known as Bumiputera Commercial and Industrial Community (BCIC).

d)

The NEP was formulated to spearhead Malaysia’s progress in high-technology industries.

6.

"If Malaysia is to continue to enjoy prosperity, political stability, economic growth and social harmony, then it must be able to overcome the nine basic challenges." This statement related to

a)

National Privatization Policy

b)

National Development Policy

c)

Vision 2020

d)

Shared Prosperity Vision

7.

In the ____________, Telekom Malaysia, Tenaga Nasional Berhad, Post Malaysia and SYABAS are some of the department that been released from government sector with the aimed to improved the economic performance and services as a whole.

a)

National Privatisation Policy

b)

National Incorporation Policy

c)

National Development Policy

d)

National Industrialization Policy

8.

Which of the following is not one of pillars of national transformation?

a)

1Malaysia, People First, Performance Now concept

b)

Government Transformation Program (GTP)

c)

New Economic Model (NEM)

d)

9th Malaysia Plan

9.

All of the followings explain the reasons for British colonization in Malaya, EXCEPT

a)

viable destination for tourism

b)

rich resources in tin deposits

c)

strategic location as a port

d)

vast land suitable for the commercial plantation of rubber

10.

The below-mentioned statement best describes the The influx of Chinese immigrants together with technological innovations in the mining of tin led to a large commercial production of tin. At independence, the tin industry contributed to 33% of the world’s output.

a)

Malaysian economic structure after independence

b)

impact of British and Japanese colonization in Malaya

c)

development of multi-racial society in Malaya

d)

large demand for tin due to automobile and economic boom in Europe

11.

These strategies best explain the

a)

Reducing absolute poverty with the intention of eventually eradicating it, irrespective of race

b)

Restructuring society so as to eliminate the identification of race with economic functions and geographical locations

c)

National Development Policy

d)

New Economic Policy

e)

New Economic Model

12.

The below-mentioned statement best describes the achievement of which policy? The mean monthly gross household income for Bumiputera increased by 5.5% from 1990 to 2000. For the same period, the Chinese and Indians mean monthly income increased by 4.6% and 6% respectively.

a)

National Development Policy

b)

New Economic Policy

c)

New Economic Model

d)

National Vision Policy

13.

Which of the following strategies does not represent the National Development Policy?

a)

All Malaysians will be provided with equitable opportunities to participate in economic growth. The target is to have a more balanced economic composition in high paying jobs

b)

Shift the focus of anti-poverty strategy under the New Economic Policy (NEP) to the eradication of hardcore poverty and, at the same time, the reduction of relative poverty

c)

Focus more on employment and the rapid development of an active Bumiputera Commercial and Industrial Community (BCIC) to increase Bumiputera participation in the modern sectors of the economy

d)

Depend more on private sector involvement in the restructuring of society

14.

This statement best describes the The production, distribution and use of knowledge is the main driver of growth, wealth creation and employment across all industries

a)

K-economy

b)

Government Transformation Program (GTP)

c)

Vision 2020

d)

Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

15.

____________ involves the transfer of rights to use assets for a specified period in return for specific payments. The fixed assets are usually large and its nature is strategic

a)

Sale of assets and equity

b)

Lease of assets

c)

Management contract

d)

Joint venture

16.

What is a key objective of Malaysia's National Vision Policy (NVP), introduced in 2001?

a)

Expanding Malaysia’s economic ties with neighboring countries

b)

Achieving high-income nation status by 2020

c)

Promoting rural development and agricultural productivity

d)

Increasing the use of fossil fuels for energy production

17.

Which strategic reform initiative is a key component of Malaysia’s New Economic Model (NEM) to promote economic transformation?

a)

Enhancing public sector employment

b)

Streamlining regulatory frameworks and reducing bureaucratic red tape

c)

Increasing subsidies for traditional manufacturing industries

d)

Expanding agricultural land for large-scale farming

18.

What is a key objective of Malaysia's Madani Economy framework introduced in 2023?

a)

To prioritize short-term economic gains over long-term sustainability

b)

To foster a balanced, inclusive, and sustainable economic development

c)

To increase reliance on fossil fuels for economic growth

d)

To restrict foreign investment in key economic sectors

19.

What is a primary goal of Malaysia’s Economic Transformation Program (ETP) under the New Economic Model (NEM)?

a)

To increase subsidies for the agriculture sector

b)

To develop and enhance high-value economic sectors and achieve developed nation status

c)

To limit foreign investments in the technology sector

d)

To reduce the role of the private sector in economic development

20.

Which of the following best describes a knowledge-based economy?

a)

An economy primarily driven by agriculture and natural resources.

b)

An economy where growth is largely dependent on the production and use of knowledge and information.

c)

An economy focused mainly on manufacturing and industrial outputs.

d)

An economy that relies solely on financial services and banking.

21.

What is the main objective of the MADANI Economy framework introduced by the Malaysian government?

a)

To increase taxes for foreign investors

b)

To position Malaysia as a leading nation in Southeast Asia in terms of sustainability and equity

c)

To privatize all government-linked companies (GLCs)

d)

To replace the 12th Malaysia Plan entirely

22.

The term “MADANI” in the MADANI Economy framework stands for values that guide Malaysia’s development. What does the letter “M” represent?

a)

Moral

b)

Malaysia

c)

Madani

d)

Sustainability

23.

Which of the following is NOT one of the core values of the MADANI framework?

a)

Sustainability (KeMampanan)

b)

Care and Compassion (Kesejahteraan)

c)

Governance (Kecekapan)

d)

Creativity (Kreativiti)

24.

The MADANI Economy aims to make Malaysia among the top countries in which area by 2030?

a)

Oil production

b)

GDP per capita

c)

Corruption index ranking and living standards

d)

Export volume

25.

What is the main aim of the New Economic Model (NEM)?

a)

To transform Malaysia into a high-income, inclusive, and sustainable economy

b)

To increase dependence on oil and gas exports

c)

To replace the Vision 2020 entirely

d)

To reduce government spending and privatize all sectors