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- It served as a global platform for media, entertainment, gaming, and technology, bringing together creators, industry leaders, and investors from over 100 countries.
- Organized by: Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, in collaboration with industry stakeholders
- Chaired by: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who inaugurated the event
- Theme: "Connecting Creators, Connecting Countries"
- Aim: Positioning India as a global hub for media and entertainment, fostering cross-border collaboration, innovation, and investment
- Launch of Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) to enhance creative education
- Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) technology unveiled for seamless content streaming
- Nifty Waves Index introduced to track media, entertainment, and gaming stocks
- Panels featuring Rajnikanth, Hema Malini, Mohanlal, and Chiranjeevi on Indian cinema
- Gaming & Esports discussions with SEGA, Krafton India, and Saudi Esports Federation
- Anime Industry Panel led by Makoto Tezuka and Atsuo Nakayama
- ₹800 crore in business transactions facilitated through WAVES Bazaar
Question:
Q.1 What was the theme of World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025?a)“Global Media, Global Future”
b) “Innovation in Entertainment”
c) “Connecting Creators, Connecting Countries”
d). “One World, One Screen”
Answer: c) This theme emphasizes international collaboration and aligns with India’s goal to become a global media hub.
