Question:

Who has been appointed the Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission of India?

Updated On: Mar 28, 2025
  • Ajay Narayan Jha
  • Smt. Annie George Mathew
  • Dr. Arvind Panagariya
  • Pradip Kumar Mohanty
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Solution and Explanation

The Chairman appointed for the 16th Finance Commission of India is Dr. Arvind Panagariya.

Additional Context:

  • Dr. Arvind Panagariya:
    • Renowned economist and former Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog (2015-2017)
    • Professor at Columbia University, specializing in international trade and development
    • First Finance Commission chairperson from Rajasthan
  • About the 16th Finance Commission:
    • Constituted on December 31, 2023 for 2026-31 period
    • Key mandate: Recommend vertical (Centre-states) and horizontal (state-state) tax devolution
    • Will address new challenges like climate change and disaster management funding
  • Other members:
    • Ajay Narayan Jha (former Expenditure Secretary) - Member
    • Annie George Mathew (former Kerala Finance Secretary) - Member
    • Smt. Smriti Sindhu (IRS officer) - Secretary
  • Other options analysis:
    • Ajay Narayan Jha: Member, not Chairman
    • Smt. Annie George Mathew: Member, not Chairman
    • Pradip Kumar Mohanty: Not part of this Commission

Correct Answer: (3) Dr. Arvind Panagariya.

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