Attempt Three Questions in all, Question One is compulsory. Que 1. Is economics a positive or a normative science? Which of the following statements is associated with positive or normative economics or both? Explain your view, where in doubt. (a) If cigarette production is not banned, the number of deaths caused by cancer will increase. (b) High tax rates lead to tax evasion. (c) The government of India has to withdraw food subsidies to reduce its fiscal deficits. (d) The withdrawal of mid-day meal scheme will reduce the growth of literacy in the country.(Marks 1*4)