FM Sitharaman Launches Mission Jagrook at SEBI’s 38th Foundation Day

April 28, 2026
Current Context: On April 25, 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman delivered the keynote at SEBI’s 38th Foundation Day in Mumbai.
FM Sitharaman Launches Mission Jagrook at SEBI’s 38th Foundation Day
  • She launched Mission Jagrook, a nationwide investor awareness drive to protect 140+ million investors from AI-driven frauds and deepfake content.
  • The initiative promotes tools like SEBI Check for payment verification and sets up rapid “take-down mechanisms” against fake apps and social media scams.
  • In her speech, Sitharaman warned that AI is a double-edged sword, stressing that cyberattacks could destabilize markets if not addressed proactively.
  • She emphasized that “Size without integrity is fragility,” highlighting that India’s 15% CAGR market growth must be backed by strong governance and investor protection.
  • The FM advocated for principles-based regulation and praised SEBI’s tradition of public consultation, which makes compliance easier and more effective.
  • She also signaled a zero-tolerance policy toward unregistered fin-fluencers, warning against monetizing uninformed retail trust through fake or misleading advice.

Question:

Q.1 During SEBI’s 38th Foundation Day, which nationwide investor awareness campaign was launched?
a) Mission Suraksha
b) Mission Jagrook
c) Mission Niveshak
d) Mission Digital Bharat

Answer: b) Mission Jagrook was launched as a nationwide investor awareness drive to protect investors from frauds related to artificial intelligence and deepfake content.

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