VP C.P. Radhakrishnan Released Book ‘Economic Empowerment of Bharat in the Modi Era’

Current Context: On 24 December 2025, Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan released the book “Economic Empowerment of Bharat in the Modi Era” at the Vice-President’s Enclave, New Delhi.

• The book is authored by Prof. (Dr.) Sikander Kumar, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha).
• It highlights major economic reforms under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, including GST, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, Direct Benefit Transfer, and Digital India initiatives.
• The work emphasizes India’s transformation into the world’s 4th largest economy and the fastest-growing major economy.
• It also reflects on transparency in banking, empowerment through technology, and inclusive growth.
• The book envisions Viksit Bharat 2047, aligning with the goal of making India a developed nation by its centenary of independence.

Question:

Q.1 Who is the author of the book “Economic Empowerment of Bharat in the Modi Era”?
a) Bibek Debroy
b) Prof. (Dr.) Sikander Kumar
c) Raghuram Rajan
d) Arvind Panagariya

Answer: b) The author is Prof. (Dr.) Sikander Kumar, who is also a Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha).