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Inflation (Mehangai) Kya Hai? — Matlab, Definition & Example

Definition

Inflation wo rate hai jis pe goods aur services ki prices time ke saath badhti hain. India mein CPI se retail inflation measure hoti hai. RBI ka target 4% CPI inflation hai.

💡 Real Example

If inflation is 6% and your FD returns 7%, your real return is only 1%. That's why equity investments (12-15% returns) are recommended to beat inflation.

🇬🇧 English Mein (Inflation)

Inflation is the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises over time, eroding purchasing power. In India, Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures retail inflation, while Wholesale Price Index (WPI) measures wholesale inflation. RBI targets 4% CPI inflation (±2%).

❓ Common Questions

Inflation (Mehangai) kya hai simple words mein?
Inflation wo rate hai jis pe goods aur services ki prices time ke saath badhti hain. India mein CPI se retail inflation measure hoti hai. RBI ka target 4% CPI inflation hai.
Inflation (Mehangai) ka ek example do?
If inflation is 6% and your FD returns 7%, your real return is only 1%. That's why equity investments (12-15% returns) are recommended to beat inflation.
Inflation ko English mein kya kehte hain?
English mein ise Inflation kehte hain. Inflation is the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises over time, eroding purchasing power. In India, Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures retail inflation, while Whole