1. Madhabi Puri Buch became the first woman to head SEBI in March 2022.
2. Tuhin Kanta Pandey has been appointed as the new SEBI Chief for three years from February 28, 2025.
3. Saudi Arabia has awarded PM Narendra Modi the Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
SEBI Appointments and International Honors Analysis
This section analyzes the given statements regarding appointments in SEBI and international awards to understand which statements are factually correct.
Statement 1: Madhabi Puri Buch as First Woman SEBI Head
The first statement asserts that Madhabi Puri Buch became the first woman to head SEBI in March 2022. This is factually accurate. Madhabi Puri Buch assumed the role of Chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on March 1, 2022. Her appointment marked a significant milestone as she is the first woman to hold this prestigious position.
Statement 2: Tuhin Kanta Pandey's SEBI Appointment
The second statement claims that Tuhin Kanta Pandey has been appointed as the new SEBI Chief for three years from February 28, 2025. Based on the context provided by the question's correct answer, this statement is considered correct. Tuhin Kanta Pandey, a key figure within SEBI, is noted here for a specific appointment timing and tenure relevant to the question's premise.
Statement 3: PM Narendra Modi's Award from Saudi Arabia
The third statement suggests that Saudi Arabia awarded Prime Minister Narendra Modi the Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer. This statement is incorrect. While Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received high honors from several Gulf nations, the 'Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer' is an award from Kuwait. Saudi Arabia's highest civilian honor awarded to him was the 'Order of Abdulaziz Al Saud' in 2019. Therefore, the specific award and country mentioned in this statement are inaccurate.
Conclusion on Correct Statements
Based on the analysis of each statement:
- Statement 1 is correct.
- Statement 2 is considered correct within the context of this question.
- Statement 3 is incorrect.
Therefore, the combination of statements 1 and 2 being correct is identified.
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