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346.
What was the percentage increase in credit card defaults from March 2022 to March 2023 according to data provided by RBI?
3.0%
1.0%
2.5%
1.94%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Credit card default rose to Rs 4,072 crore or 1.94% at the end of March 2023. As per the inputs received from RBI, in respect of defaults in credit cards, the gross non-performing assets in credit cards were Rs 3,122 crore in March-2022.

347.
What is the projected increase in India's per capita income by FY47 according to a recent study conducted by SBI Research economists?
7.5 times
9.5 times
10 times
12 times
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Recent study conducted by SBI Research economists is projecting a remarkable increase in per capita income. The study suggests that India’s per capita income is poised to surge by 7.5 times, from Rs 2 lakh ($2,500) in FY23 to Rs 14.9 lakh ($12,400) per annum by FY47.

348.
How much money has the government disbursed till March 2023 under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme?
2,900 crore rupees
13000 rupees
16,900 crore rupees
1,300 crore rupees
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The government has disbursed 2,900 crore rupees till March 2023 under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme.

349.
Which organization has secured a place in the Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) Global Standard Index?
REC Limited
GAIL
BHEL
DMRC Limited
Answer: Option
Explanation:
REC Limited, the Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has secured a coveted place in the esteemed Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) Global Standard Index, effective from 1st September 2023.

350.
What is India's target percentage for increasing its natural gas share in its energy composition by the year 2030?
6%
10%
15%
20%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India aims to increase its current 6% natural gas share to 15% in its energy composition by 2030, as led by Minister of State Rameswar Teli.