Who among the following was the Former Secretary (HRD), Information and Broadcasting (I&B) and has been appointed as the advisor to the Prime Minister of India in October 2021?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Amit Khare

Amit Khare, the former Secretary of Higher Education in the Ministry of Human Resource Development (HRD) and Information & Broadcasting (I&B), was appointed as an advisor to the Prime Minister of India in October 2021. His tenure was approved for two years on a contractual basis.

Information Booster:

• Amit Khare is a 1985-batch IAS officer from the Jharkhand cadre, known for his role in shaping the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
• As the I&B Secretary, he played a key role in reforms related to digital media and OTT platforms in India.
• He was instrumental in exposing the infamous Bihar fodder scam during his early career.
• His advisory role to the PMO is expected to focus on education, governance reforms, and media policies.

Additional Knowledge:
(a) Shri Apurva Chandra – A senior IAS officer who served as Secretary in the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.
(b) PK Sinha – Former Cabinet Secretary and Principal Advisor to PM Narendra Modi.
(c) Amarjeet Sinha – Former Rural Development Secretary and advisor to the PMO.