Question
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?
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: The G-20 was formed in 1999, in the aftermath of the Asian financial crisis, originally as a forum for Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors to coordinate on global economic issues.
Statement 2 is correct: Digital Public Infrastructure genuinely was one of the flagship priorities during India’s G-20 Presidency, cutting across working groups on the digital economy, health, education, and financial inclusion.
Both statements are accurate, making the answer Option C.