Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology launched Digital Payments Utsav

Current context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology is launching the Digital Payments Utsav as part of the G20 meeting.

• The main goal of the event is to raise awareness about digital payments and align with the objectives of the G20's Digital Economy Working Group.
• The Utsav will take place in four cities: Lucknow, Pune, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, which have been selected as they are also hosting events by the Digital Economy Working Group.
• During the Utsav, the ministry will launch several initiatives, including a QR code and a coffee table book, and embark on a "Digital Payment Sandesh Yatra" to spread awareness about digital payments.
• Additionally, the ministry will present the "Digi Dhan Awards" to the top-performing banks in India.
• The Utsav is significant as it aligns with India's celebration of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav and the G20 presidency and aims to increase access to digital payment methods and demonstrate how digital payments can empower small merchants and street vendors.

Question:

Q.1 Which ministry launched digital payments Utsav?
a. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
b. Ministry of Commerce
c. MSME ministry
d. Ministry of finance