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?
Correct Answer: Option C
The G20 was established in 1999 as a platform for Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors from 19 countries and the EU to discuss international economic and financial issues.
The G20 countries represent almost two-thirds of the global population, 75% of global trade, and 85% of the world's GDP.
In 2007, after the global financial crisis, the G20 was elevated to the level of Heads of State/Government and named the "premier forum for international economic cooperation."
Digital Public Infrastructure is indeed one of the key priorities during India’s G20 Presidency and is a cross-cutting theme across various Working Groups, including Digital Economy, Health, Education, and Global Partnership for Financial inclusion.
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is correct. Hence, both statements 1 and 2 are correct.