Managed Floating Exchange Rate
1 Quick Explanation 1–3 min
Managed floating = mostly market-determined, but the central bank steps in occasionally to prevent excessive swings.
A middle path between fixed and flexible — India follows this system.
2 Detailed Notes
Definition
Definition
Managed floating (dirty floating) is a hybrid system where the exchange rate is broadly determined by market forces, but the central bank intervenes occasionally to stabilise or steer the rate.
Important
Why 'dirty' floating?
The word 'dirty' just means the float is not 'clean' — the central bank touches (intervenes in) the market rather than letting it float freely.
Key points
Intervention tools
- Selling/buying forex reserves in the market.
- Adjusting interest rates to attract/deter capital flows.
- Administered (managed) movements when needed.
Example
India's system
India follows a managed floating regime — the RBI lets the rupee float but intervenes to smooth excessive volatility and prevent disorderly depreciation.
Key idea
Advantages
- Combines the automatic adjustment of floating with the stability of fixed.
- Avoids speculative volatility and abrupt rate swings.
- Gives the central bank policy flexibility.
In One Minute
Managed floating = market determines rate, RBI intervenes to smooth swings. India's system. Middle path between fixed and flexible.
Important for Exam
- ⭐ 1-mark: define managed floating.
- ⭐ Why 'dirty' floating.
- ⭐ India follows managed float — statement questions.
- ⭐ Advantages of managed floating.
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