Question

Which prominent Indian economist, known for his role as Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, passed away on 1st November 2024 at the age of 69 years?

• A. Bibek Debroy
• B. Raghuram Rajan
• C. Manmohan Singh
• D. C Rangarajan

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Bibek Debroy

Bibek Debroy (25 January 1955 – 1 November 2024) was an Indian economist, who served as the chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister of India. He was also the Chairman of the Finance Ministry's 'Expert Committee for Infrastructure Classification and Financing Framework for Amrit Kaal' Dr. Bibek Debroy's contributions to economics, policy, and literature were recognized with several prestigious awards, celebrating his versatility across multiple domains. His achievements not only transformed economic policy but also enriched India’s cultural and literary heritage