Economic Survey 2025-26: Top 50 Most Important MCQ

“The Economic Survey 2025–26, prepared under the guidance of Chief Economic Advisor Dr. V. Anantha Nageswaran, serves as the definitive report card of India’s economic resilience and a strategic blueprint for its future trajectory. With India solidifying its status as the fastest-growing major economy—projecting a robust Real GDP growth of 7.4% for FY26 and achieving a historic low inflation average of 1.7%—this year’s document is vital for understanding critical shifts in fiscal consolidation, external sector dominance, and social infrastructure. To assist aspirants of RBI Grade B, SEBI Grade A, NABARD, and high-level banking examinations, we have curated the Top 50 Most Important MCQs. These questions are rigorously designed to test your command over high-yield data points—from the record-breaking USD 701.4 billion forex reserves to the structural reforms in the Viksit Bharat-GRAMG initiative—ensuring a thorough and exam-oriented revision of the survey’s most significant insights.”

SECTION A: QUESTIONS (1-50)

Q1. According to the Economic Survey 2025-26, what is the projected Real GDP growth for FY26 and the estimated potential growth rate for India?

(a) 7.2% and ~6.8%

(b) 7.4% and ~7.0%

(c) 7.3% and ~7.2%

(d) 7.0% and ~7.5%

(e) 7.4% and ~6.5%

Q2. Consider the following five statements regarding the ‘State of the Economy’ and ‘Consumption Demand’ as per the Survey:

1. Private consumption has reached 61.5% of GDP, the highest since 2012.

2. Rural consumption is primarily bolstered by strong industrial performance.

3. Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) has maintained a 30% share of GDP.

4. Services GVA growth is estimated at 9.1% for the full year FY26.

5. Urban consumption has improved specifically due to interest rate cuts.

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only 1, 3, and 4

(b) Only 2, 4, and 5

(c) Only 1, 2, and 3

(d) Only 3, 4, and 5

(e) All are correct

Q3. Which of the following credit rating agencies upgraded India’s sovereign rating in 2025?

(a) Moody’s, Fitch, and S&P Global

(b) Morningstar DBRS, S&P Global, and R&I Inc.

(c) Fitch, R&I Inc., and Moody’s

(d) Morningstar DBRS, Moody’s, and Fitch

(e) S&P Global, Fitch, and CRISIL

Q4. As per the Fiscal Developments section, what was the Central Government’s effective capital expenditure (Capex) as a percentage of GDP in FY25?

(a) 2.7%

(b) 3.5%

(c) 3.9%

(d) 4.0%

(e) 4.2%

Q5. Match the following metrics with their correct data points regarding Banking Sector Health (September 2025):

Indicator	Data Point
A. GNPA Ratio	I. 0.5%
B. Net NPA Ratio	II. 14.5%
C. Credit Growth (Dec 2025)	III. 2.2%

(a) A-III, B-II, C-I

(b) A-II, B-III, C-I

(c) A-III, B-I, C-II

(d) A-I, B-II, C-III

(e) A-I, B-III, C-II

Q6. Regarding the ‘External Sector’, consider the following five statements:

1. India’s share in global services exports has doubled from 2% in 2005 to 4.3% in 2024.

2. Non-petroleum exports reached a historic high of USD 374.3 billion in FY25.

3. India is the world’s second-largest recipient of remittances after Mexico.

4. The Current Account Deficit (CAD) was ~1.3% of GDP in Q2 FY26.

5. India ranks 4th in Greenfield investment announcements globally (2024).

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only 1, 2, 4, and 5

(b) Only 2, 3, and 5

(c) Only 1, 3, 4, and 5

(d) Only 1, 2, and 3

(e) All are correct

Q7. What was the average headline inflation recorded for the period April-December 2025?

(a) 2.2%

(b) 3.5%

(c) 4.0%

(d) 1.7%

(e) 2.5%

Q8. The Survey highlights a “Historic Turnaround” in the Power Sector. What was the Profit After Tax (PAT) for DISCOMs in FY25?

(a) ₹1,500 crore

(b) ₹2,701 crore

(c) ₹3,200 crore

(d) ₹5,000 crore

(e) ₹2,100 crore

Q9. Under the ‘Social Services Expenditure’, the spending as a percentage of GDP for FY 2025-26 (BE) is budgeted at:

(a) 7.0%

(b) 7.5%

(c) 7.7%

(d) 7.9%

(e) 8.1%

Q10. Match the Agricultural Scheme with its correct achievement/status as of December 2025:

Scheme	Achievement/Status
A. PM-KISAN	I. 24.92 lakh farmers enrolled
B. PMKMY	II. ₹4.09 lakh crore released since inception
C. e-NAM	III. 1.79 crore farmers registered

(a) A-II, B-III, C-I

(b) A-I, B-II, C-III

(c) A-III, B-I, C-II

(d) A-II, B-I, C-III

(e) A-I, B-III, C-II

Q11. The Economic Survey mentions the ‘SpaDeX’ mission. What is the significance of this mission?

(a) India’s first manned mission to the moon.

(b) India becoming the 4th nation to achieve autonomous satellite docking.

(c) A joint venture with NASA for Mars exploration.

(d) Development of reusable launch vehicles.

(e) India’s first solar observatory mission.

Q12. What is the total Foreign Exchange Reserves and the import cover provided by them as of January 16, 2026?

(a) USD 650 billion; 10 months

(b) USD 701.4 billion; 11 months

(c) USD 600 billion; 9 months

(d) USD 720 billion; 12 months

(e) USD 680.5 billion; 10.5 months

Q13. Consider the following five statements regarding ‘Employment and Skill Development’:

1. Total employment in Q2 FY26 stood at 56.2 crore people.

2. The e-Shram portal has registered over 31 crore unorganised workers.

3. Women constitute 54% of the total registrants on the e-Shram portal.

4. The National Career Service (NCS) has mobilized over 5 crore vacancies in FY25.

5. Under the ITI upgradation scheme, 1,000 government ITIs are being upgraded.

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only 1, 2, 3, and 5

(b) Only 2, 3, and 4

(c) Only 1, 3, 4, and 5

(d) Only 1, 2, and 5

(e) All are correct

Q14. As per the Survey, what is the share of Services in India’s GVA for FAE FY26?

(a) 53.6%

(b) 50.2%

(c) 56.4%

(d) 60.1%

(e) 58.5%

Q15. Which sector has seen the highest actual investment and incremental sales under the PLI schemes?

(a) Textile

(b) Automobile

(c) Pharmaceuticals

(d) 14 Sectors (cumulative data provided)

(e) Electronics

Q16. Identify the correct data regarding the reduction in Poverty in India:

(a) MPI reduced by 20 percentage points since 2005.

(b) Extreme poverty is at 10% (World Bank, 2022-23).

(c) MPI reduced from 55.3% (2005-06) to 11.28% (2022-23).

(d) Lower-middle-income poverty is at 50%.

(e) MPI stood at 25% in 2022-23.

Q17. What is the total foodgrain production for AY 2024-25 as per the Survey?

(a) 330.5 LMT

(b) 3,577.3 LMT

(c) 3,400.0 LMT

(d) 3,650.5 LMT

(e) 3,200.0 LMT

Q18. Match the Infrastructure Sector with its growth/status:

Sector	Status/Growth
A. National Highways	I. 1,46,572 km (Dec FY26)
B. Electrification (Rail)	II. 99.1% (Oct 2025)
C. Airports	III. 164 (2025)

(a) A-II, B-III, C-I

(b) A-I, B-II, C-III

(c) A-III, B-I, C-II

(d) A-I, B-III, C-II

(e) A-II, B-I, C-III

Q19. Consider the following five statements regarding the ‘Financial Sector Assets’:

1. Total financial sector assets reached 187% of GDP in CY 2024.

2. Capital markets expanded to 175% of GDP in CY 2024.

3. The FSAP 2025 assessment was conducted by the IMF and World Bank.

4. GNPA of banks is at a multi-decadal high.

5. Mutual fund investors from non-tier I & II cities have decreased.

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only 1, 2, and 3

(b) Only 2, 4, and 5

(c) Only 1, 3, and 5

(d) Only 1 and 2

(e) All are correct

Q20. What is the target Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in Higher Education by 2035 as per NEP reforms mentioned in the Survey?

(a) 35%

(b) 40%

(c) 50%

(d) 60%

(e) 75%

Q21. The ‘Viksit Bharat-GRAMG’ is associated with the overhaul of which scheme?

(a) PM-KISAN

(b) MGNREGS

(c) PM Awas Yojana

(d) DAY-NRLM

(e) PM-GSY

Q22. Which country is India’s largest destination for Greenfield digital investments (2020-24) according to the Survey?

(a) USA

(b) India (Domestic)

(c) UK

(d) Singapore

(e) Information not specified (It mentions India is the destination)

Q23. What was the growth rate of Services Exports in FY25?

(a) 10.5%

(b) 12.2%

(c) 13.6%

(d) 15.0%

(e) 9.8%

Q24. Consider the following five statements about ‘Health Achievements’:

1. MMR reduced by 86% between 1990-2023.

2. Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) is 25 deaths per 1,000 live births (2023).

3. Under-Five Mortality declined by 78%.

4. Neonatal Mortality reduced by 70%.

5. India’s health progress has lagged behind global averages in mortality reduction.

Which of the above statements are NOT correct?

(a) Only 1 and 2

(b) Only 3 and 4

(c) Only 5

(d) Only 2 and 5

(e) None of the above

Q25. The Gross GST collections for April-December 2025 grew by what percentage YoY?

(a) 5.5%

(b) 6.7%

(c) 8.2%

(d) 10.1%

(e) 12.5%

Q26. Match the following Renewable Energy capacities (as of Dec 31, 2025):

Source	Capacity (GW)
A. Solar	I. 30.16
B. Wind	II. 4.47
C. Hydro	III. 3.24

(a) A-I, B-II, C-III

(b) A-II, B-I, C-III

(c) A-III, B-II, C-I

(d) A-I, B-III, C-II

(e) A-II, B-III, C-I

Q27. The total number of Jan Dhan (PMJDY) accounts as of March 2025 stands at:

(a) 45.02 crore

(b) 50.15 crore

(c) 55.02 crore

(d) 60.00 crore

(e) 52.50 crore

Q28. What is the share of private consumption in GDP for FY26?

(a) 55.5%

(b) 58.0%

(c) 61.5%

(d) 65.0%

(e) 60.0%

Q29. Consider the following five statements regarding the ‘Semiconductor Mission’:

1. 10 projects have been approved across 6 states.

2. The total investment involved is approximately ₹1.60 lakh crore.

3. The mission focuses only on software design, not manufacturing.

4. It aims to build capabilities in manufacturing and packaging.

5. It is a part of the PLI scheme for textiles.

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only 1, 2, and 4

(b) Only 2, 3, and 5

(c) Only 1, 3, and 4

(d) Only 2, 4, and 5

(e) All are correct

Q30. The Jal Jeevan Mission has provided clean tap water access to what percentage of rural households as of October 2025?

(a) 75%+

(b) 81%+

(c) 90%+

(d) 95%+

(e) 100%

Q31. Which initiative is described as the “First-Ever Profitability” turnaround in the Power Sector?

(a) UDAY 2.0

(b) Saubhagya Scheme

(c) DISCOM Transformation

(d) Solar Alliance

(e) Green Energy Corridor

Q32. How many unique investors are there in the Indian capital markets as of September 2025?

(a) 10 crore

(b) 12 crore

(c) 15 crore

(d) 8 crore

(e) 20 crore

Q33. Match the Education Indicator with the correct value:

Indicator	Value
A. Primary GER	I. 90.9
B. Secondary GER	II. 78.7
C. Higher Secondary GER	III. 58.4

(a) A-I, B-II, C-III

(b) A-II, B-I, C-III

(c) A-III, B-II, C-I

(d) A-I, B-III, C-II

(e) A-II, B-III, C-I

Q34. The Economic Survey notes a shift in strategic economic vision. What is the correct sequence of this vision?

(a) Strategic Resilience → Swadeshi → Strategic Indispensability

(b) Swadeshi → Strategic Resilience → Strategic Indispensability

(c) Strategic Indispensability → Swadeshi → Strategic Resilience

(d) Swadeshi → Global Integration → Strategic Dominance

(e) Self-Reliance → Export Hub → Global Leader

Q35. What is the percentage of women investors among the unique investors in the capital market?

(a) 15%

(b) 20%

(c) 25%

(d) 30%

(e) 35%

Q36. Consider the following five statements regarding ‘Agriculture Infrastructure’:

1. e-NAM connects 1,522 mandis across 23 States/4 UTs.

2. Horticulture production has exceeded foodgrain production in 2024-25.

3. The Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) is a key scheme for development.

4. 4,698 FPOs are registered on e-NAM.

5. Fish production has decreased by 10% between 2014-2024.

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only 1, 2, 3, and 4

(b) Only 2, 3, and 5

(c) Only 1, 3, and 5

(d) Only 1, 4, and 5

(e) All are correct

Q37. Which institution’s ‘Multidimensional Poverty Index’ (MPI) showed a decline to 11.28% in 2022-23?

(a) World Bank

(b) IMF

(c) NITI Aayog

(d) RBI

(e) Ministry of Statistics

Q38. The total merchandise exports (Non-petroleum) in FY25 stood at:

(a) USD 350.0 billion

(b) USD 374.3 billion

(c) USD 400.0 billion

(d) USD 320.5 billion

(e) USD 387.6 billion

Q39. Under the SVAMITVA scheme, how many property cards have been prepared as of December 2025?

(a) 1.50 crore

(b) 2.00 crore

(c) 2.76 crore

(d) 3.50 crore

(e) 5.00 crore

Q40. Match the Global Ranking/Index with India’s position:

Index/Category	Rank
A. Global Innovation Index (2025)	I. 38th
B. Services Exporter (Global)	II. 7th
C. Trade Partner Diversification (Global South)	III. 3rd

(a) A-I, B-II, C-III

(b) A-II, B-I, C-III

(c) A-III, B-II, C-I

(d) A-I, B-III, C-II

(e) A-II, B-III, C-I

Q41. What is the tele-density in India as per the Survey?

(a) 75.50%

(b) 80.00%

(c) 86.76%

(d) 90.12%

(e) 95.50%

Q42. Consider the following five statements regarding ‘Fiscal Deficit and Debt’:

1. General government debt-to-GDP ratio is down 7.1 percentage points since 2020.

2. State governments’ fiscal deficit is 3.2% of GDP in FY25.

3. Central government effective capex is 4% of GDP in FY25.

4. State capex is maintained at ~2.4% of GDP.

5. Corporate tax collections have decreased significantly post-pandemic.

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only 1, 2, 3, and 4

(b) Only 2, 3, 4, and 5

(c) Only 1, 3, and 5

(d) Only 1 and 2

(e) All are correct

Q43. What is the total length of National Highways in India as of December FY26?

(a) 91,287 km

(b) 1,20,000 km

(c) 1,46,572 km

(d) 1,60,000 km

(e) 1,35,500 km

Q44. The ‘Namo Drone Didi Scheme’ is associated with which group?

(a) Women Scientists

(b) SHG Women

(c) Engineering Students

(d) Start-up Founders

(e) Agricultural Labourers

Q45. The Survey notes that India’s global share in merchandise exports has increased from 1% in 2005 to what percent in 2024?

(a) 1.5%

(b) 1.8%

(c) 2.0%

(d) 2.5%

(e) 3.0%

Q46. Match the Banking Metric with its value:

Metric	Value
A. Credit Growth (Dec 2024)	I. 11.2%
B. Credit Growth (Dec 2025)	II. 14.5%
C. GNPA (Sept 2025)	III. 2.2%

(a) A-I, B-II, C-III

(b) A-II, B-I, C-III

(c) A-III, B-II, C-I

(d) A-I, B-III, C-II

(e) A-II, B-III, C-I

Q47. What amount has been disbursed under the PM Mudra Yojana till October 2025?

(a) ₹20.50 lakh crore

(b) ₹30.00 lakh crore

(c) ₹36.18 lakh crore

(d) ₹40.00 lakh crore

(e) ₹25.75 lakh crore

Q48. Which organization assessed India’s financial system in FSAP 2025?

(a) World Economic Forum

(b) IMF and World Bank

(c) Asian Development Bank

(d) New Development Bank

(e) Bank for International Settlements

Q49. The ‘Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan’ is a key scheme in which sector?

(a) Health

(b) Skill Development

(c) School Education

(d) Higher Education

(e) Rural Development

Q50. Consider the following five statements regarding ‘Inflation Drivers’:

1. Headline inflation averaged 1.7% (Apr-Dec 2025).

2. The decline is among the sharpest in Emerging Market and Developing Economies (EMDEs).

3. Food and fuel prices constitute 52.7% of the CPI basket.

4. There is a disinflationary trend in food and fuel prices.

5. Core inflation has remained above 6% consistently.

Which of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only 1, 2, 3, and 4

(b) Only 2, 3, and 5

(c) Only 1, 3, and 5

(d) Only 1, 2, and 4

(e) All are correct

SECTION B: SOLUTIONS (1-50)

Solution 1

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: The Economic Survey projects Real GDP growth at 7.4% for FY26 and potential growth at ~7%.

Information Booster:

• Real GDP Growth (FY26): 7.4%

• GVA Growth (FY26): 7.3%

• FY27 GDP Projection: 6.8-7.2%

  Additional Knowledge:

• This marks the 4th consecutive year of India being the fastest-growing major economy.

Solution 2

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Private consumption is high (61.5% of GDP). Rural consumption is driven by agriculture (not industry), and urban consumption is aided by tax rationalization (interest rates not specified).

Information Booster:

• Private Consumption: 7.0% growth.

• GFCF: 7.8% growth (30% share of GDP).

• Services GVA: 9.1% (Full year estimate).

  Additional Knowledge:

• Private consumption share is the highest since 2012.

Solution 3

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: Three agencies upgraded India: Morningstar DBRS, S&P Global, and Rating and Investment Information (R&I), Inc.

Information Booster:

• Morningstar DBRS

• S&P Global Ratings

• R&I Inc.

  Additional Knowledge:

• These upgrades reflect fiscal consolidation and stable growth.

Solution 4

Correct Option: (d)

Explanation: The effective capex for the Central government in FY25 is 4% of GDP.

Information Booster:

• Pre-pandemic average: 2.7%

• Post-pandemic average: ~3.9%

• FY25: 4%

  Additional Knowledge:

• State capex is maintained at ~2.4% of GDP.

Solution 5

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: GNPA is 2.2%, Net NPA is 0.5%, Credit Growth is 14.5%.

Information Booster:

• GNPA: 2.2% (Multi-decadal low)

• Net NPA: 0.5% (Record low)

• Credit Growth (Dec 25): 14.5%

  Additional Knowledge:

• Credit growth improved from 11.2% in Dec 2024.

Solution 6

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Statement 3 is incorrect; the Survey calls India the “World’s Largest Recipient” but does not rank it 2nd after Mexico.

Information Booster:

• Services Export Share: 2% (2005) → 4.3% (2024).

• Non-petro Exports: $374.3 bn (Historic High).

• CAD: 1.3% of GDP.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Remittances: USD 135.4 billion (World’s largest).

Solution 7

Correct Option: (d)

Explanation: Average headline inflation was a historic low of 1.7% for April-December 2025.

Information Booster:

• Period: April-Dec 2025

• Rate: 1.7%

• Status: Lowest since CPI series began.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Driven by disinflation in food and fuel.

Solution 8

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: DISCOMs achieved a PAT of ₹2,701 crore in FY25.

Information Booster:

• PAT: ₹2,701 crore (FY25)

• AT&C Losses: Reduced to 15.04% (FY25) from 22.62% (FY14).

  Additional Knowledge:

• This represents the first-ever profitability for DISCOMs.

Solution 9

Correct Option: (d)

Explanation: Social Services Expenditure is budgeted at 7.9% of GDP for FY 2025-26.

Information Booster:

• FY 2023-24: 7.0%

• FY 2024-25 (RE): 7.7%

• FY 2025-26 (BE): 7.9%

  Additional Knowledge:

• Shows rising government commitment to social welfare.

Solution 10

Correct Option: (d)

Explanation: PM-KISAN (₹4.09L cr), PMKMY (24.92L farmers), e-NAM (1.79 cr farmers).

Information Booster:

• PM-KISAN: 21 instalments released.

• PMKMY: Pension support scheme.

• e-NAM: 1,522 mandis connected.

  Additional Knowledge:

• e-NAM also has 2.72 crore traders registered.

Solution 11

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: SpaDeX mission made India the 4th nation to achieve autonomous satellite docking.

Information Booster:

• Mission Name: SpaDeX

• Achievement: Autonomous satellite docking.

• Global Rank: 4th nation.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Space sector shows increased private participation.

Solution 12

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: Forex reserves are USD 701.4 billion, covering ~11 months of imports.

Information Booster:

• Reserves: $701.4 bn

• Date: Jan 16, 2026

• External Debt Cover: 94%

  Additional Knowledge:

• Provides a strong buffer against global volatility.

Solution 13

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Statement 4 is incorrect; NCS mobilized 2.8+ crore vacancies in FY25 and 2.3+ crore in FY26 (Sep), not 5 crore in FY25 alone.

Information Booster:

• Employment (Q2 FY26): 56.2 crore.

• e-Shram: 31+ crore (54% Women).

• ITI: 1,000 govt ITIs being upgraded.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Manufacturing added 10+ lakh jobs in FY24 vs FY23.

Solution 14

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: Services share in GVA is 56.4% for FAE FY26.

Information Booster:

• Share in GVA: 56.4% (Highest ever).

• Share in GDP: 53.6% (H1 FY26).

  Additional Knowledge:

• Driven by modern, tradable, digitally delivered services.

Solution 15

Correct Option: (d)

Explanation: The data provided is cumulative for “14 Sectors” (Investment: ₹2.0+ lakh cr, Sales: ₹18.7+ lakh cr). Specific sector breakdown isn’t given in the summary, making (d) the only valid answer based on text.

Information Booster:

• Sectors: 14

• Investment: ₹2.0+ lakh crore

• Jobs: 12.6+ lakh

  Additional Knowledge:

• PLI has had a transformative impact on manufacturing.

Solution 16

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: MPI reduced significantly from 55.3% to 11.28%.

Information Booster:

• MPI Decline: 44 percentage points.

• Timeline: 2005-06 to 2022-23.

• Extreme Poverty: 5.3% (World Bank).

  Additional Knowledge:

• NITI Aayog calculates the MPI.

Solution 17

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: Foodgrain production was 3,577.3 LMT for AY 2024-25.

Information Booster:

• Production: 3,577.3 LMT

• Increase: 254.3 LMT over previous year.

• Drivers: Rice, wheat, maize.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Horticulture production (362.08 MT) exceeded foodgrains.

Solution 18

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: NH (1,46,572 km), Electrification (99.1%), Airports (164).

Information Booster:

• NH Growth: 60% expansion since FY14.

• Rail Electrification: Near 100%.

• Airports: More than doubled since 2014 (74 to 164).

  Additional Knowledge:

• High-Speed Corridors increased 10x.

Solution 19

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Statements 4 and 5 are incorrect. GNPA is at a low (not high), and rural investors are increasing.

Information Booster:

• Financial Assets: 187% of GDP.

• Cap Markets: 175% of GDP.

• FSAP: Conducted by IMF-World Bank.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Banks have adequate capital buffers.

Solution 20

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: The target GER for Higher Education is 50% by 2035.

Information Booster:

• Target: 50% GER.

• Target Year: 2035.

• Reforms: NEP based.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Current Senior Secondary GER is 58.4%.

Solution 21

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: Viksit Bharat-GRAMG is a statutory overhaul of MGNREGS.

Information Booster:

• Scheme: MGNREGS overhaul.

• New Name Ref: Viksit Bharat-GRAMG.

• Goal: Align with Viksit Bharat 2047.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Focuses on rural employment transformation.

Solution 22

Correct Option: (e)

Explanation: The text states India is the “Largest destination for Greenfield digital investments”.

Information Booster:

• Rank: 1st (Largest destination).

• Sector: Greenfield digital investments.

• Period: 2020-24.

  Additional Knowledge:

• India ranks 4th in overall Greenfield investment announcements.

Solution 23

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: Services exports grew by 13.6% in FY25.

Information Booster:

• Value: USD 387.6 billion.

• Growth: 13.6%.

• Status: All-time high.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Reinforces India as a global tech hub.

Solution 24

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: Statement 5 is incorrect. India is outpacing global averages in mortality reduction.

Information Booster:

• MMR Decline: 86% (Global 48%).

• U5MR Decline: 78% (Global 61%).

• IMR: 25 (2023).

  Additional Knowledge:

• Significant progress in maternal and child health.

Solution 25

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: GST collections grew by 6.7% YoY (April-Dec 2025).

Information Booster:

• Amount: ₹17.4 lakh crore.

• Growth: 6.7%.

• Alignment: With nominal GDP growth.

  Additional Knowledge:

• E-way bill volumes grew by 21%.

Solution 26

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Solar (30.16 GW), Wind (4.47 GW), Hydro (3.24 GW).

Information Booster:

• Total RE Installation (25-26): 38.61 GW (up to Dec).

• Solar is the dominant component.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Bio-Power added 0.03 GW.

Solution 27

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: Total PMJDY accounts are 55.02 crore.

Information Booster:

• Total: 55.02 crore.

• Rural/Semi-urban: 36.63 crore.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Foundation for financial inclusion.

Solution 28

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: Private consumption reached 61.5% of GDP.

Information Booster:

• Value: 61.5% of GDP.

• Growth: 7.0%.

• Comparison: Highest since 2012.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Driven by real purchasing power.

Solution 29

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Statements 3 and 5 are incorrect. It focuses on manufacturing/packaging, not just design, and is separate from Textile PLI.

Information Booster:

• Projects: 10 across 6 states.

• Investment: ₹1.60 lakh crore.

• Focus: Manufacturing and packaging.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Strategic capability building.

Solution 30

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: 81%+ of rural households have clean tap water access.

Information Booster:

• Scheme: Jal Jeevan Mission.

• Coverage: 81%+.

• Date: October 2025.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Focus on water security.

Solution 31

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: The “DISCOM Transformation” led to the first-ever profitability.

Information Booster:

• Sector: Power Distribution.

• Achievement: First-ever profit.

• Metric: PAT ₹2,701 crore.

  Additional Knowledge:

• AT&C losses reduced significantly.

Solution 32

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: Unique investors crossed the 12 crore mark in September 2025.

Information Booster:

• Count: 12 crore.

• Women: Nearly 25%.

• Demat Accounts: 21.6+ crore total.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Shows deepening capital markets.

Solution 33

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Primary (90.9), Secondary (78.7), Higher Secondary (58.4).

Information Booster:

• Primary (I-V): 90.9

• Upper Primary (VI-VIII): 90.3

• Secondary (IX-X): 78.7

  Additional Knowledge:

• System has 24.69 crore students.

Solution 34

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: The vision flows from Swadeshi → Strategic Resilience → Strategic Indispensability.

Information Booster:

• Step 1: Swadeshi.

• Step 2: Strategic Resilience.

• Step 3: Strategic Indispensability.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Goal: “Buying Indian without thinking.”

Solution 35

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: Nearly 25% of unique investors are women.

Information Booster:

• Women Investors: ~25%.

• Total Investors: 12 crore.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Indicates growing financial inclusion in markets.

Solution 36

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Statement 5 is incorrect; Fish production increased by 140%.

Information Booster:

• e-NAM: 1,522 mandis, 4,698 FPOs.

• Horticulture: 362.08 MT (Higher than foodgrain).

• Fish: 140% increase.

  Additional Knowledge:

• AIF is a key infrastructure scheme.

Solution 37

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: NITI Aayog’s MPI declined to 11.28%.

Information Booster:

• Index: Multidimensional Poverty Index.

• Agency: NITI Aayog.

• Decline: From 55.3% to 11.28%.

  Additional Knowledge:

• World Bank tracks extreme poverty ($3.00/day).

Solution 38

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: Non-petroleum exports reached a historic high of USD 374.3 billion.

Information Booster:

• Type: Non-petroleum merchandise.

• Value: $374.3 bn.

• Share: ~80% of aggregate exports.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Total exports (Services + Merch) = $825.3 bn.

Solution 39

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: 2.76 crore property cards prepared.

Information Booster:

• Scheme: SVAMITVA.

• Cards: 2.76 crore.

• Villages: 1.82 lakh.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Uses Drone survey technology.

Solution 40

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Innovation (38th), Services (7th), Trade Diversification (3rd).

Information Booster:

• GII Rank: 38th (up from 66th).

• Services Export Rank: 7th global.

• Trade Diversification: 3rd in Global South.

  Additional Knowledge:

• India has higher trade diversity than Global North economies.

Solution 41

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: Tele-density is 86.76%.

Information Booster:

• Tele-density: 86.76%.

• 5G Coverage: 99.9% of districts.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Shows strong digital infrastructure.

Solution 42

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Statement 5 is incorrect. Non-corporate tax increased, and overall tax base expanded; the survey doesn’t state corporate tax decreased significantly.

Information Booster:

• Govt Debt: Down 7.1% points.

• State Deficit: 3.2%.

• Centre Capex: 4%.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Revenue receipts rose to 9.2% of GDP.

Solution 43

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: 1,46,572 km as of December FY26.

Information Booster:

• Length: 1,46,572 km.

• Growth: 60% expansion.

  Additional Knowledge:

• FY14 baseline was 91,287 km.

Solution 44

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: Distributed drones to SHG (Self Help Group) “Drone Didis”.

Information Booster:

• Target: SHG Drone Didis.

• Distribution: 1,094 drones.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Supported by Lead Fertiliser Companies.

Solution 45

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: Increased from 1% (2005) to 1.8% (2024).

Information Booster:

• 2005 Share: 1%.

• 2024 Share: 1.8%.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Services share doubled to 4.3%.

Solution 46

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Dec 24 (11.2%), Dec 25 (14.5%), GNPA (2.2%).

Information Booster:

• Credit Growth trend is upward.

• Asset quality is at multi-decadal best.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Reflects healthy banking system.

Solution 47

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: ₹36.18 lakh crore disbursed.

Information Booster:

• Scheme: PM Mudra Yojana.

• Amount: ₹36.18 lakh crore.

• Accounts: 55.45 crore.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Supports small entrepreneurs.

Solution 48

Correct Option: (b)

Explanation: IMF and World Bank conducted the FSAP (Financial Sector Assessment Program).

Information Booster:

• Program: FSAP 2025.

• Verdict: Resilient, diversified, inclusive.

  Additional Knowledge:

• International validation of India’s financial health.

Solution 49

Correct Option: (c)

Explanation: Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan is a key scheme for School Education.

Information Booster:

• Sector: School Education.

• Context: Mentioned under key schemes alongside Poshan.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Supports the world’s largest school system.

Solution 50

Correct Option: (a)

Explanation: Statement 5 is incorrect; Core inflation isn’t mentioned as being above 6%, and headline is at a historic low of 1.7%.

Information Booster:

• Headline: 1.7%.

• Drivers: Food and Fuel (52.7% weight).

• Trend: Disinflationary.

  Additional Knowledge:

• Sharp decline compared to other EMDEs.