MCQs 2026

The EOS-08 satellite was launched by the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV-D3) on August 16, 2024, marking the final developmental flight of the SSLV series.

A growing manufacturing sector typically leads to job creation, which in turn can help reduce the unemployment rate. It can also boost exports, potentially improving the current account balance.

The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for Manufacturing is a key economic indicator that provides a timely monthly estimate of the health of the manufacturing sector, based on surveys of purchasing managers.

The 'Make in India' initiative, launched earlier, has been a cornerstone in driving the manufacturing sector's growth by encouraging foreign direct investment, fostering innovation, and improving the ease of doing business.

Stricter regulations often translate to increased compliance burdens and costs for fund managers. This can lead to a more risk-averse investment strategy and potentially a consolidation within the AIF industry.

Category I AIFs, as defined by SEBI, include venture capital funds, which primarily invest in startups and early-stage companies, as well as social impact funds and infrastructure funds.

The significant expansion and evolving nature of AIFs, which often involve complex investment strategies and leverage, necessitate closer regulatory oversight to mitigate potential risks to investors and the broader financial system.

The RBI's framework emphasizes data privacy and security, prohibiting digital lenders from collecting personal data that is not essential for the loan assessment process, thereby protecting borrowers from potential misuse of their information.

The RBI's framework places the onus on the regulated entities (banks and NBFCs) that engage in digital lending, either directly or through DLAs, to ensure that their partners and platforms comply with all regulatory requirements.

The enhanced framework focuses on protecting borrowers by mandating greater transparency in all aspects of digital lending, including fees, charges, and repayment terms, to prevent predatory practices.