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5th Kautilya Economic Conclave Concludes in New Delhi, Focusing on Resilience in an Era of Transformation

Distilled Policy Brief

  • The conclave brought together over 200 policy-makers, economists, and international thinkers from nearly 30 countries to discuss contemporary macroeconomic challenges, global fragmentation, digital infrastructure, and India's economic priorities.

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The 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC 2026) was jointly organized by the Ministry of Finance and the Institute of Economic Growth (IEG) in New Delhi, focusing on the theme 'Resilience in an Era of Transformation'.

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Examine how global economic dialogues like the Kautilya Economic Conclave help shape India's strategic autonomy, macroeconomic stability, and growth priorities amidst ongoing global fragmentation and technological disruptions.

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Economy

Consider the following statements regarding the 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC 2026): 1. The conclave was organized in New Delhi by the Institute of Economic Growth (IEG) in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. 2. The central theme of the 5th edition was 'Resilience in an Era of Transformation'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • [A] 1 only
  • [B] 2 only
  • [C] Both 1 and 2
  • [D] Neither 1 nor 2
▶ Reveal Official Answer & Analytical Explanation
✓ Correct Option: [C] Both 1 and 2

The 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC 2026) was successfully held in New Delhi from October 3 to 5, 2026, organized by the Institute of Economic Growth (IEG) in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance. The theme of the three-day conclave was 'Resilience in an Era of Transformation', bringing together global experts to discuss contemporary macroeconomic challenges, digital infrastructure, and India's economic priorities. Hence, both statements are correct.

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Consider the following statements regarding the "National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)": 1. It is implemented by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. 2. Central Pollution Control Board acts as the sole regulatory executive body.

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