Books & Author 27 October 2026
VP C. P. Radhakrishnan Releases Book 'Advantage India'
Why in the News?
Vice President **C. P. Radhakrishnan** released the book titled **'Advantage India: Reshaping the Future for an Equitable World'**, authored by BJP national secretary **Anil K. Antony**, at Uprashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi.
Key Features / Major Points:
- Structure of the Book: Divided into two comprehensive sections:
- **Part 1:** Focuses on domestic capabilities, including AI, silicon sovereignty, adaptive defense, space exploration, Digital India, and youth empowerment.
- **Part 2:** Examines global affairs, foreign policy, diplomacy, and the strategic roadmap toward **Viksit Bharat @ 2047**.
- Key Milestones Highlighted: The Vice President noted that India has lifted over 25 crore people out of poverty, while highlighting welfare achievements such as Ayushman Bharat (healthcare access to 44+ crore people) and free food grain distribution to 80 crore citizens.
- Prominent Attendees: Principal Scientific Adviser **Prof. Ajay Sood** and Member of the PM's Economic Advisory Council **Dr. Shamika Ravi** attended the launch event.
Static GK Facts:
- Vice President of India:
- Current Vice President: C. P. Radhakrishnan.
- Constitutional Mandate: **Article 63** (Office of the VP) and **Article 64** (VP as Ex-Officio Chairman of the Council of States / Rajya Sabha).
- Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to GoI: Professor Ajay Sood.
- Economic Advisory Council to the PM (EAC-PM): An independent, non-statutory body formed to give economic advice to the Prime Minister.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Who is the author of the book 'Advantage India: Reshaping the Future for an Equitable World', released in October 2026?
A: Anil K. Antony
Q: Which Article of the Indian Constitution states that the Vice President shall be the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
A: Article 64
Q: Who currently serves as the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India?
A: Professor Ajay Sood
Q: Where was the official book launch of 'Advantage India' hosted?
A: Uprashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi
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