Q.1. Consider the following statements regarding the Centralised Pension Payment System (CPPS) :

1. CPPS aims to centralize pension disbursement across India under the Employee Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).

2. Under CPPS, pensioners will be able to receive their pension through any bank, without requiring verification at a specific branch.

3. To be eligible for pension benefits under EPS, a member must have completed at least 15 years of service and attained the age of 58 years.

Q.2. Consider the following statements regarding the Asia Power Index :

1. The Asia Power Index is published annually by the World Economic Forum (WEF) and evaluates the economic, military, diplomatic, and cultural influence of countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

2. India has surpassed Japan to become the third most powerful country in Asia, driven by its strong postpandemic economic recovery.

Q.3. Consider the following statements regarding the BHASKAR digital platform, choose the statement given is incorrect :

A. BHASKAR is an initiative launched by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) to support startups in India by providing a one-stop digital platform for resources and collaboration.

B. The platform will serve as a centralized registry for startups, providing tools, networking opportunities, and mentorship support.

C. Every stakeholder in the ecosystem will receive a unique BHASKAR ID, ensuring personalized interactions and tailored services.

D. BHASKAR is exclusively designed for large multinational corporations (MNCs) and venture capital firms to invest in Indian startups.

Q.1.Consider the following statements regarding the Digital Agriculture Mission :

1. The Digital Agriculture Mission aims to create a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) to support various digital initiatives in the agricultural sector.

2. One of the key components of the mission is the implementation of blockchain technology for real-time crop monitoring and price prediction.

Q.2.Consider the following statements regarding the AgriSure Fund :

1. AgriSure is a Category-I Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) designed to provide financial support to agriculture startups and rural enterprises.

2. The initial corpus of AgriSure is ₹750 Crore, with contributions from NABARD, the Ministry of Agriculture, and other institutions.

3. The primary objectives of AgriSure include enhancing agricultural value chains, developing rural infrastructure, and supporting Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs).

Q.3.Consider the following statements regarding the Krishi Nivesh Portal :

1. The Krishi Nivesh Portal is designed to provide a centralized platform for farmers and investors to access information about government schemes and investment opportunities in agriculture and allied sectors.

2. The portal includes an AI-powered Krishi Mitra Chatbot, which assists users in investment navigating options, disbursement processes.

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Q. 1. Consider the following statements regarding the Unified Lending Interface (ULI) introduced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) :

1. ULI aims to provide frictionless credit to farmers and MSME borrowers by leveraging digital public infrastructure and standardized APIs.

2. It integrates financial and non-financial data, such as land records and satellite imagery, to approvals enable with faster loan minimal documentation.

3. ULI primarily caters to urban borrowers and high-net-worth individuals seeking instant credit approval.

Q.2. Consider the following statements regarding the Yen Carry Trade:

1. The Yen Carry Trade refers to the practice of borrowing Japanese yen at low interest rates and investing in higher-yielding assets abroad to profit from the interest rate differential.

2. An increase in interest rates by the Bank of Japan (BoJ) makes the Yen Carry Trade more attractive, leading to higher foreign investments in global markets.