21. - agile scrum:
Score: 7
Qualitative Assessment: Good
Description: Varun mentions Agile Scrum methodologies but could benefit from discussing more detailed applications in his past projects, especially in mutual funds.

22. - sprint management:
Score: 6
Qualitative Assessment: Average
Description: While Varun understands sprint management, more detailed examples of his leadership in this area would strengthen his application.

23. - agile scrum methodologies:
Score: 7
Qualitative Assessment: Good
Description: Varun has a good grasp of Agile methodologies but needs to connect this more explicitly to how it can be applied in the mutual funds context.

24. - stakeholder communication:
Score: 8
Qualitative Assessment: Good
Description: Varun demonstrates strong stakeholder communication skills, which are essential for the role. He could, however, provide more examples of handling complex communications.

25. - risk management:
Score: 6
Qualitative Assessment: Average
Description: Varun mentions risk management but does not provide enough detail on how he has implemented these strategies specifically in the mutual funds industry.

Recommendation: Consider for a second interview with a focus on technical skills and industry-specific knowledge to better assess suitability for the role.