Infrastructure & Digital — Set 14
Government Schemes · बुनियादी ढांचा और डिजिटल · Questions 131–140 of 160
Under Bharatmala, which two types of corridors are particularly important for inter-regional connectivity?
Correct Answer: B. Economic corridors and inter corridors
The correct answer is economic corridors and inter corridors. Bharatmala's economic corridors connect major economic centres including industrial clusters, ports, and special economic zones. Inter corridors connect the economic corridors to enhance overall network efficiency. Together, they form the backbone of a new highway grid that reduces travel time across India significantly.
Under CRIF (Central Road and Infrastructure Fund), which earlier fund was replaced?
Correct Answer: B. Central Road Fund (CRF)
The correct answer is Central Road Fund (CRF). The Central Road Fund was renamed and expanded as Central Road and Infrastructure Fund in 2018. It collects a cess on petrol and diesel and uses the funds for road construction including PMGSY and national highways. The CRIF also funds railway projects and inland waterway development.
Which initiative under UDAN specifically focuses on seaplane services?
Correct Answer: C. UDAN 3.0
The correct answer is UDAN 3.0. UDAN 3.0, launched in 2018, specifically included seaplane operations to provide connectivity to water-body-rich and remote island regions. It aims to connect water aerodrome-rich areas like Goa, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Kerala's backwaters, and Gujarat. Seaplanes can land on water bodies without requiring conventional airports.
UPI was built on the foundation of which earlier NPCI system?
Correct Answer: C. IMPS (Immediate Payment Service)
The correct answer is IMPS. UPI was built on the IMPS infrastructure, which already enabled 24x7 real-time interbank fund transfers. UPI added a virtual payment address (VPA) layer to simplify transactions, eliminating need to remember bank account numbers and IFSC codes. UPI extended IMPS capabilities to support QR code payments, collect requests, and recurring mandates.
Sagarmala project includes development of how many Coastal Economic Zones?
Correct Answer: B. 10
The correct answer is 10. Sagarmala identifies 10 Coastal Economic Zones (CEZs) for port-led industrialisation across India's coastline. CEZs will have industrial clusters benefiting from proximity to ports for import of raw materials and export of finished goods. These zones aim to generate employment and boost maritime trade in coastal states.
PMGSY Phase-3 has a total outlay of approximately:
Correct Answer: B. Rs 80,250 crore
The correct answer is approximately Rs 80,250 crore. PMGSY Phase-3 was launched in 2019 with an outlay of about Rs 80,250 crore to upgrade 1.25 lakh km of existing rural roads. This is funded primarily by the centre with state contribution for maintenance. The phase focuses on improving road quality rather than building new roads.
National Logistics Policy 2022 was launched on which date?
Correct Answer: B. September 17, 2022
The correct answer is September 17, 2022. The National Logistics Policy 2022 was launched on September 17, 2022, which is also the birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The policy was launched as a major reform initiative to improve India's logistics sector competitiveness. It aligns with PM Gati Shakti and aims to create seamless multi-modal logistics infrastructure.
UDAN has connected how many airports approximately as of 2023?
Correct Answer: C. 70
The correct answer is approximately 70 airports. UDAN has connected over 70 airports including many previously unserved and underserved airports since its launch in 2017. The scheme has made air travel accessible in smaller cities and towns. Plans exist to expand UDAN to 220+ cities and newer airports under UDAN 5.0 and subsequent rounds.
Digital India's 'Information for All' pillar is primarily focused on:
Correct Answer: B. Making government information accessible online to all citizens
The correct answer is making government information accessible online to all citizens. The 'Information for All' pillar of Digital India focuses on open data, proactive sharing of government information, and ensuring citizens can access information online. It includes the Open Government Data platform (data.gov.in), MyGov, and digitisation of government records for public access.
Which mobile payment service was launched by NPCI before UPI in 2010?
Correct Answer: B. IMPS (Immediate Payment Service)
The correct answer is IMPS (Immediate Payment Service). NPCI launched IMPS in 2010, which was the precursor to UPI. IMPS enabled 24x7 real-time fund transfers but required knowledge of the recipient's bank account details. UPI, launched in 2016, simplified this with virtual payment addresses (UPI IDs), making peer-to-peer and merchant payments much easier.