Government Launches 'Startup India 2.0' to Boost Deep-Tech Innovation
The Union Government has launched 'Startup India 2.0' with a dedicated fund of ₹10,000 crore to support startups in deep-tech sectors like AI and Robotics.
2-Minute Summary (TL;DR)
- ₹10,000 crore dedicated fund for Deep-Tech startups.
- Focus on AI, Quantum Computing, and Robotics.
- Introduction of a 'Regulatory Sandbox' for testing.
- Aims to enhance India's global R&D standing.
How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams
| Exam | Frequency | Approx. Marks | What Gets Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| SSC (CGL / CHSL / MTS) | Medium | 2–4 | Budget highlights, GDP data, and government economic schemes appear in SSC CGL GK section. |
| Banking (IBPS / SBI) | Very High | 6–10 | RBI policy, inflation, CRR/SLR, monetary committee decisions — banking exams test the full spectrum. |
| UPSC / State PCS | High | 10–20 | Economy is a core UPSC subject. Economic Survey, budget, and policy changes are heavily tested. |
| State PCS / PSC | High | 4–8 | State budget, MSME, agriculture policy, and banking data are common in state PCS papers. |
What to Memorize from This Topic
- Key budget figures: fiscal deficit %, GDP growth projection, key scheme allocations
- RBI rate decisions: Repo rate, CRR, SLR, Reverse Repo — current values
- Rankings: India's position in ease of doing business, hunger index, HDI
- Abbreviations: FRBM, NBFC, MPC, PMGSY, PMGKAY — full forms and purpose
- Trade data: import-export balance, major trading partners
Practice Questions
Q1. What is the primary focus of the 'Startup India 2.0' initiative?
- Traditional handicrafts
- Deep-Tech innovation
- Retail trade
- Real estate
Explanation: Startup India 2.0 focuses on Deep-Tech innovation in sectors like AI, Robotics, and Quantum Computing.
Q2. How much is the dedicated fund allocated for the Deep-Tech Seed Fund?
- ₹1,000 crore
- ₹5,000 crore
- ₹10,000 crore
- ₹20,000 crore
Explanation: The government has allocated ₹10,000 crore for the Deep-Tech Seed Fund under Startup India 2.0.
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