Which of the following Indian brands has secured the second position in the Future Brand Index, 2024?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Reliance Industries Limited
Explanation:
· Reliance Industries Limited earned the second position based on global perception metrics.
· The ranking reflects the company’s strong reputation, innovation, and influence across multiple sectors.
· Expansion into technology, digital services, and energy transition contributed to its high placement.
· The index evaluates companies on future readiness, adaptability, and trustworthiness.
· The company’s performance showed strong consumer recognition and industry leadership.
· Its strategic investments and restructuring strengthened its brand visibility.
· The ranking highlights the company’s growing international significance.
· It also shows confidence in its long-term sustainability and growth plans.
Information Booster:
· The index measures brand perception rather than financial strength.
· Companies are ranked on attributes like purpose, experience, and innovation.
Additional Knowledge (Incorrect Options):
Reliance Industries Limited (Option a)
· Reliance is known for being the first Indian company to cross ₹20 lakh crore in market capitalization (in 2024) and for its dominance in energy, retail, and telecom, but it was not the builder of the temple.
Tata Consultancy Services (Option c)
· TCS is a global IT services leader and often ranks as India's most valuable brand, but its sister company, Tata Projects, is known for building the New Parliament Building, not TCS (which focuses on IT).
Hindustan Unilever Limited (Option d)
· HUL is India's largest FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) company, known for brands like Dove, Surf Excel, and Horlicks, and is not involved in civil infrastructure projects.