Infrastructure & Digital — Set 6
Government Schemes · बुनियादी ढांचा और डिजिटल · Questions 51–60 of 160
India Post Payments Bank operates through how many access points approximately?
Correct Answer: C. 1.55 lakh
The correct answer is approximately 1.55 lakh access points. IPPB leverages the network of about 1.55 lakh post offices and 3 lakh postmen and gramin dak sevaks. This makes it the largest financial services network in India. IPPB uses a smartphone and biometric device-based model to reach unbanked rural areas at doorstep.
The Digital India programme was inaugurated at which location in New Delhi?
Correct Answer: B. Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium
The correct answer is Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium. Digital India was launched at a grand event held at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on July 1, 2015. The event was attended by top industry leaders, ministers, and technology experts. July 1 is now observed as Digital India Day every year.
Under BharatNet, what technology is primarily used to connect gram panchayats?
Correct Answer: B. Optical Fibre Cable (OFC)
The correct answer is Optical Fibre Cable (OFC). BharatNet primarily uses optical fibre cable to provide high-speed broadband connectivity to gram panchayats. In remote areas where OFC laying is difficult, radio and satellite technologies are also used. Phase-1 focused on OFC, while Phase-2 uses a mix of OFC, radio, and satellite technologies.
PM Gati Shakti uses what technology for infrastructure planning?
Correct Answer: B. GIS-based mapping platform
The correct answer is GIS-based mapping platform. PM Gati Shakti uses a Geographic Information System (GIS) platform to map infrastructure assets across India. It provides a common visualisation tool for all ministries to see existing infrastructure and plan future projects together. This reduces duplication, gaps, and delays in multi-modal infrastructure development.
National Logistics Policy uses which index to rank state performance in logistics?
Correct Answer: B. LEADS index
The correct answer is LEADS index. Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) index was developed by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to assess logistics ecosystem across states. It ranks states on efficiency of logistics services, physical infrastructure, and regulatory environment. States compete to improve rankings, encouraging logistics infrastructure development.
Under Bharatmala, which type of road specifically connects border areas for security purposes?
Correct Answer: C. Border and International Connectivity Roads
The correct answer is Border and International Connectivity Roads. Bharatmala includes development of 3,300 km of border and international connectivity roads along India's borders. These roads serve dual purposes of national security and enabling cross-border trade. They are developed in coordination with the Ministry of Defence and Ministry of External Affairs.
Sagarmala project is implemented by which ministry?
Correct Answer: B. Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
The correct answer is Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. Sagarmala is a flagship programme of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. The National Sagarmala Apex Committee (NSAC), chaired by the Union Minister, oversees implementation. The programme is expected to result in savings of Rs 35,000-40,000 crore in logistics costs annually.
UDAN 1.0 was launched in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 2017
The correct answer is 2017. UDAN 1.0 was launched in April 2017 as a regional connectivity scheme under the National Civil Aviation Policy 2016. The first UDAN flight was from Shimla to Delhi. The scheme has gone through multiple rounds (UDAN 1.0 to 5.0), expanding coverage to more routes and new aircraft types including helicopters and seaplanes.
PMGSY was launched under which five-year plan?
Correct Answer: C. 10th Plan
The correct answer is 10th Plan. PMGSY was launched on December 25, 2000, and was later incorporated as a central scheme under the 10th Five-Year Plan. It aims to provide single all-weather road connectivity to all habitations with population of 500+. The scheme is fully funded by the central government, with states responsible for maintenance.
What is the storage capacity available per user in DigiLocker for self-uploaded documents?
Correct Answer: B. 1 GB
The correct answer is 1 GB. DigiLocker provides 1 GB of free cloud storage to each registered user for self-uploaded documents. Issued documents from government agencies are stored on the issuing agency's servers and do not count against user storage. The platform is provided free of cost to all Aadhaar-linked mobile number holders.