UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 28
Consider the following statements about G-20 :
- The G-20 group was originally established as a platform for the Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors to discuss the international economic and financial issues.
- Digital public infrastructure is one of India's G-20 priorities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C
Correct Option: C (Both 1 and 2)
Explanation: The G20 began in 1999 as a forum of finance ministers and central bank governors; digital public infrastructure was a key priority of India’s 2023 G20 presidency.
Statement / Pair / Item-wise Analysis:
1. Correct/True - The original G20 was formed for finance ministers and central bank governors to coordinate global economic issues.
2. Correct/True - India emphasized digital public infrastructure, including inclusive digital public goods, during its G20 presidency.
Option-wise Analysis:
A. Incorrect-omits correct item 2 (India emphasized digital public infrastructure, including inclusive digital public goods, during its G20 presidency.).
B. Incorrect-omits correct item 1 (The original G20 was formed for finance ministers and central bank governors to coordinate global economic issues.).
C. Correct-exactly 2 of the 2 listed items satisfy the condition.
D. Incorrect-omits correct item 1 (The original G20 was formed for finance ministers and central bank governors to coordinate global economic issues.); omits correct item 2 (India emphasized digital public infrastructure, including inclusive digital public goods, during its G20 presidency.).