what is the difference between floor price and price ceiling?
CAN YOU PLEASE GIVE THE BASIS OF DIFFERENCE ?
Basis of Difference | Price Ceiling | Price Floor |
Meaning | Maximum level of price that a seller can charge. | Minimum level of price that a seller should charge. |
Basic Rationale | To protect the welfare of poor and vulnerable people of the society. | To protect the welfare of labourers and farmers by ensuring minimum returns. |
Price | Maximum Price is set below the equilibrium price. | Minimum Price is set above the equilibrium price. |
Effect | Leads to excess demand. | Leads to excess supply. |