Who was appointed as the CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of NITI Aayog in February 2023?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Answer: BVR Subrahmanyam
Explanation: In February 2023, the Government of India appointed BVR Subrahmanyam, a senior IAS officer of the 1987 Chhattisgarh cadre, as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NITI Aayog.
He succeeded Parameswaran Iyer, who was serving as CEO before him.
The CEO of NITI Aayog is appointed by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).
The role involves coordinating policy planning between the Centre and States and supporting long-term development strategies.
Additional Key Points:
NITI Aayog was formed on 1 January 2015, replacing the Planning Commission.
Chairperson of NITI Aayog: Prime Minister of India
Vice Chairperson: Appointed by the government
CEO: Senior bureaucrat handling administrative coordination
NITI Aayog focuses on cooperative federalism, policy innovation, and sustainable development
Potential Exam-Oriented Questions & Answers:
Question: NITI Aayog replaced which institution?
Answer: Planning Commission
Question: What is the main function of NITI Aayog?
Answer: Policy formulation and cooperative federalism in India.