Question

Who among the following has signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) with the NIIT Foundation in January 2026 to promote digital literacy, financial inclusion and skill development in Aspirational Blocks?

• A. NITI Aayog
• B. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
• C. Infosys Foundation
• D. Digital India Corporation

Hint:

NITI Aayog often collaborates with organizations for skill development and digital empowerment programs in aspirational districts and blocks.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Identify what the Statement of Intent covers.
The agreement with NIIT Foundation in January 2026 aims to spread digital literacy, financial inclusion and skill development in India's Aspirational Blocks.
Step 2: Eliminate the less fitting bodies.
The Ministry of Skill Development, Infosys Foundation and Digital India Corporation work in related areas but were not the signatory named in this particular announcement.
Step 3: Recall the actual signatory.
NITI Aayog, the government's policy think tank overseeing the Aspirational Blocks Programme, signed the Statement of Intent with NIIT Foundation.
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