1. Which of the following best describes the role of infrastructure in economic development?
- A. Only supports industrial growth
- B. Facilitates production, employment, and overall economic growth
- C. Primarily benefits urban population
- D. Only reduces transportation costs
Infrastructure provides the backbone for economic activities, boosting production, employment, and overall development.
2. Which sector is considered a critical component of energy infrastructure in India?
- A. Telecommunication
- B. Railways
- C. Power generation and distribution
- D. Tourism facilities
Energy infrastructure, especially power generation and distribution, is crucial for supporting industrial, commercial, and residential needs.
3. Which of the following is an example of social infrastructure?
- A. Schools and hospitals
- B. Highways and ports
- C. Power plants
- D. Airports
Social infrastructure includes facilities that improve human capital, like education, healthcare, and housing.
4. Which mode of transport is most suitable for transporting bulk commodities over long distances in India?
- A. Road transport
- B. Air transport
- C. Inland waterways
- D. Rail transport
Rail transport is cost-effective and efficient for moving bulk commodities like coal, cement, and grains over long distances.
5. What is the main objective of improving transport infrastructure in India?
- A. Reduce logistics costs and improve market connectivity
- B. Increase vehicle sales
- C. Promote foreign tourism only
- D. Replace public transport with private vehicles
Efficient transport infrastructure reduces logistics costs, improves connectivity, and facilitates trade and economic growth.
6. Which of the following is considered a renewable source of energy?
- A. Coal
- B. Natural gas
- C. Solar energy
- D. Diesel
Solar energy is renewable because it is naturally replenished and does not deplete finite resources.
7. Public-private partnership (PPP) in infrastructure development primarily aims to:
- A. Privatize all government services
- B. Combine public resources with private expertise for efficient project execution
- C. Limit private sector participation in public projects
- D. Increase government control over private firms
PPP allows leveraging private sector efficiency and investment along with public sector support to develop infrastructure projects effectively.
8. Which of the following is a major challenge in the energy infrastructure of India?
- A. Excess electricity supply in rural areas
- B. Too much reliance on renewable energy
- C. High private investment in power sector
- D. Transmission and distribution losses
India faces challenges like high transmission and distribution losses, affecting efficiency and energy availability.
9. Which of the following is the largest mode of transport in India in terms of freight traffic?
- A. Road transport
- B. Inland waterways
- C. Rail transport
- D. Air transport
Rail transport handles the majority of freight in India due to its efficiency and cost-effectiveness over long distances.
10. What is the main advantage of developing a strong road network in India?
- A. Reduces rail traffic only
- B. Enhances connectivity between rural and urban areas
- C. Promotes aviation industry
- D. Reduces airport congestion
A strong road network improves accessibility, reduces travel time, and links rural and urban markets effectively.
11. Which of the following is the primary regulator of civil aviation in India?
- A. Ministry of Railways
- B. Directorate General of Shipping
- C. Airports Authority of India only
- D. Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
DGCA is the statutory body responsible for regulating civil aviation, ensuring safety, and implementing air transport policies in India.
12. Social infrastructure mainly focuses on improving:
- A. Human capital through education, health, and housing
- B. Industrial efficiency
- C. Road and rail connectivity
- D. Power generation capacity
Social infrastructure focuses on facilities that improve education, healthcare, and overall living standards.
13. Which of the following is an example of social infrastructure financing?
- A. Construction of highways
- B. Funding public hospitals and schools
- C. Building power plants
- D. Developing freight rail corridors
Financing social infrastructure involves funding for health, education, and community welfare facilities.
14. Which of the following statements about civil aviation in India is correct?
- A. India has no domestic airline services
- B. Air transport is the main mode for freight in India
- C. Civil aviation contributes to tourism and economic growth
- D. Airports are regulated only by private companies
Civil aviation boosts connectivity, promotes tourism, and supports economic activities by reducing travel time.
15. Which of the following is a challenge in social infrastructure development in India?
- A. Excess number of hospitals in rural areas
- B. Unequal access to education and healthcare
- C. Too much private sector participation
- D. Oversupply of schools in urban areas
A major challenge is ensuring equitable access to education, healthcare, and other social services across regions and income groups.
16. Which of the following is a key objective of health infrastructure development in India?
- A. Increase medical tourism only
- B. Promote private hospitals exclusively
- C. Ensure accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare for all
- D. Limit healthcare facilities to urban areas
Health infrastructure development aims to provide equitable access to healthcare services across all regions and income groups.
17. The main purpose of family welfare programs in India is to:
- A. Promote rapid industrialization
- B. Control population growth and improve maternal and child health
- C. Increase private healthcare profits
- D. Provide employment in rural areas
Family welfare programs focus on population stabilization and improving health outcomes for mothers and children.
18. Which of the following schemes focuses primarily on improving education infrastructure in India?
- A. Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA)
- B. Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
- C. National Health Mission
- D. Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation
RUSA aims to improve quality and access in higher education by funding infrastructure, faculty, and resources in colleges and universities.
19. Which program was launched to strengthen public health infrastructure and provide universal healthcare?
- A. Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
- B. National Skill Development Mission
- C. Digital India Initiative
- D. National Health Mission (NHM)
NHM was launched to strengthen health systems, improve maternal and child health, and provide accessible healthcare to all.
20. A major challenge in health infrastructure development in India is:
- A. Oversupply of doctors in rural areas
- B. Unequal distribution of medical facilities between urban and rural areas
- C. Excess funding for hospitals in villages
- D. Low demand for healthcare services
Health infrastructure is often concentrated in urban centers, leading to limited access for rural populations.
21. Which of the following best represents the link between education and social infrastructure?
- A. Education is unrelated to social infrastructure
- B. Education only improves individual income
- C. Education as part of social infrastructure builds human capital and promotes social development
- D. Education infrastructure is only about school buildings
Education infrastructure develops skills, knowledge, and human capital, which is a core part of social infrastructure for societal growth.
22. Which of the following measures is important for improving family welfare in India?
- A. Awareness campaigns on maternal and child health
- B. Building more highways
- C. Increasing industrial output
- D. Promoting aviation infrastructure
Family welfare improves through health education, maternal care, immunization, and awareness programs in communities.
23. Which of the following is considered a renewable source of energy?
- A. Coal
- B. Wind energy
- C. Natural gas
- D. Diesel
Wind energy is renewable because it is naturally replenished and does not deplete finite resources.
24. Which sector consumes the largest share of electricity in India?
- A. Transportation
- B. Agriculture
- C. Residential
- D. Industrial
The industrial sector is the largest consumer of electricity in India due to manufacturing and production activities.
25. Which of the following schemes promotes solar energy development in India?
- A. National Electric Mobility Mission
- B. National Bio-Energy Mission
- C. National Solar Mission
- D. National Hydro Power Mission
The National Solar Mission aims to promote solar energy use and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
26. Transmission and distribution losses in India’s power sector are mainly due to:
- A. Excess generation capacity
- B. Technical inefficiencies and theft
- C. High renewable energy share
- D. Overuse of smart grids
Technical inefficiencies and theft cause significant transmission and distribution losses, affecting power availability and costs.
27. Integrated infrastructure development refers to:
- A. Coordinated development of power, transport, water, and social infrastructure
- B. Focusing only on industrial zones
- C. Privatizing all public infrastructure
- D. Building highways only
Integrated infrastructure ensures balanced development across sectors for sustainable economic growth.
28. Which energy source is considered both renewable and environmentally friendly?
- A. Coal
- B. Natural gas
- C. Hydro and wind energy
- D. Diesel
Hydro and wind energy are renewable and produce minimal greenhouse gas emissions, making them environmentally friendly.
29. Which of the following is a major goal of renewable energy development in India?
- A. Increase coal dependency
- B. Reduce fossil fuel consumption and carbon emissions
- C. Replace all power plants with nuclear only
- D. Focus on urban areas exclusively
Renewable energy reduces reliance on fossil fuels, decreases pollution, and supports sustainable energy goals.
30. Public-private partnership (PPP) in power and energy infrastructure mainly aims to:
- A. Privatize all electricity generation
- B. Limit private participation in energy projects
- C. Focus only on renewable energy
- D. Leverage private investment and expertise for efficient infrastructure development
PPPs combine public support with private sector efficiency to accelerate energy infrastructure projects and improve service delivery.
