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2811.
The Startup India Seed Fund Scheme was launched in which year?
A 2019
B 2020
C 2021
D 2022
2812.
The SISFS is crucial for bridging the 'valley of death' for startups, which refers to:
A The period of high competition
B The phase of rapid growth
C The early stage where startups struggle for survival due to lack of funding
D The final stage before acquisition
2813.
The Startup India initiative aims to build a robust startup ecosystem by fostering:
A Risk aversion
B Innovation and risk-taking
C Dependence on government subsidies
D Monopolistic practices
2814.
The disbursement of funds under SISFS helps startups to:
A Increase their operational costs
B Develop products, scale operations, and create jobs
C Reduce their research and development efforts
D Limit their market reach
2815.
The SISFS supports startups in various sectors, including:
A Only technology and IT
B Technology, healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing
C Only traditional manufacturing
D Only service-based industries
2816.
Through which entities does the SISFS provide capital to eligible startups?
A Directly to individual founders
B Through incubators
C Via venture capital firms only
D Through public stock offerings
2817.
Which department manages the Startup India initiative and the SISFS?
A Ministry of Commerce and Industry
B Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)
C Ministry of Finance
D Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
2818.
The SISFS aims to provide financial assistance to:
A Established multinational corporations
B Early-stage startups lacking access to funding
C Government research institutions
D Non-profit organizations
2819.
How many startups have received funding under the SISFS?
A Over 500
B Over 750
C Over 1,000
D Over 1,500
2820.
What is the total amount disbursed by the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) as of April 1, 2026?
A ₹250 crore
B ₹350 crore
C ₹500 crore
D ₹750 crore