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Q36
(CDS-I/2026)
Economy › Government Finance & Budget
Which one of the following items comprises the major portion of Revenue Expenditure in Budget 2025 - 26 of the Union Government of India ?
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In the Union Budget 2025-26, Interest Payments constitute the single largest component of the Union Government's revenue expenditure. According to the budget documents, interest payments account for approximately 20% to 25% of the total expenditure, reflecting the cost of servicing the government's past borrowings.
- Defence Services: While the total defence budget is substantial (around 8% of total expenditure), its revenue component is significantly lower than interest payments.
- Pensions: This item typically accounts for about 4% of the total expenditure.
- Road Transport and Highways: The majority of the allocation for this sector is classified as Capital Expenditure for asset creation (highways and infrastructure), with a relatively smaller portion under revenue expenditure.
Consequently, interest payments remain the most significant committed revenue expenditure for the government.
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