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Consider the following statements about G-20

Consider the following statements about G-20:
1. 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.
2. Digital public infrastructure is one of India’s G-20 priorities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)

1 only

(b)

2 only

(c)

Both 1 and 2

(d)

Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(c)

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Explanation

The correct answer is (c). Both statements 1 and 2 are correct. The G-20 was originally established in 1999 as a forum for the finance ministers and central bank governors of the world’s 20 largest economies to discuss international economic and financial issues. The G-20 has since expanded its scope to include other issues, such as climate change and development. India is currently the chair of the G-20. India’s G-20 priorities include digital public infrastructure, green tourism, skills, tourism MSMEs, and destination management.