Privatisation of ownership through sale of equity share is called?

Question

ADenationalization

BContracting

CDisinvestment

DNone of these

Select from the options above.

Correct Option: 3  

Explanation:
Disinvestment is aimed at reducing the financial burden on the government due to inefficient PSUs and to improve public finances. It introduces competition and market discipline and helps to depoliticise non-essential services.