Which ministry and National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate capital market access for MSMEs on 29 July 2024?

Correct option is B

• The MoU is valid for five years.

• The Department of Defence Production (DDP) and NSE will conduct awareness drives, including seminars, MSME camps, knowledge sessions, roadshows, and workshops.

• NSE will assist MSMEs in connecting with intermediaries like merchant bankers, registrars, transfer agents, and depositories.

• This initiative is part of the government's efforts to promote 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' by encouraging indigenous design, development, and manufacture of defence equipment.