India's Core Sector Growth Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

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What is the purpose of the 'National Infrastructure Pipeline' (NIP) in India?

To provide clean drinking water to rural areas

To boost transport infrastructure by including thousands of projects (correct)

To focus on education and healthcare infrastructure development

To promote agricultural growth in urban areas

Which sector in India has attracted substantial investment potential according to the text?

Financial services sector

Manufacturing sector

Power sector (correct)

Healthcare sector

What is the estimated total investment in infrastructure development in India as of July 2021?

$1.4 trillion (correct)

$500 billion

$2 trillion

$700 billion

In the Union Budget of 2021, what amount was allocated by the Indian government to boost transport infrastructure?

US$ 32.02 billion Signup and view all the answers

What is the projected power generation capacity of India by 2026-27?

620 GW Signup and view all the answers

Which core sectors are included in the infrastructure sector in India according to the text?

Power and Urban development Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key initiatives aimed at bridging the rural-urban digital divide in India?

Expanding internet connectivity and promoting online government services Signup and view all the answers

Which program aims to connect all 2,50,000-gram panchayats in India with high-speed digital highways?

Bharat Net Program Signup and view all the answers

How does digital technology benefit Indian farmers according to the text?

By providing weather information, crop details, financing, and marketing support Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial component of the initiative to bridge the digital divide in rural India?

Digital literacy programs targeting 60 million rural people Signup and view all the answers

How is the Indian government working to provide safe drinking water to rural areas?

Through various sources like tap water, wells, and hand pumps Signup and view all the answers

What positive changes were observed in tap water usage from 2001 to 2011 according to census data?

An increase in tap water usage and a decrease in well water consumption Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following initiatives was announced in Budget 2021 to enhance dam safety and performance across states?

US$ 250 million project with the World Bank Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following core sectors contributed to the 9.4% growth witnessed in India in July 2021 compared to the previous year?

Coal, natural gas, refinery products, fertilizers, steel, cement, and electricity Signup and view all the answers

What is the objective of the 'Freight Smart Cities' initiative mentioned in the text?

To improve urban freight efficiency and lower logistics expenses Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following infrastructure development initiatives was not mentioned in the text?

Expansion of the National Highway network by 20,000 km Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Pradhan Mantri Aatmanirbhar Swasth Bharat Yojana (PMANSY) mentioned in the text?

To improve the overall healthcare infrastructure and services across India Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following proposals from Budget 2021 is aimed at monetizing railway assets and promoting infrastructure development through public-private partnerships (PPP)?

Monetization of railway assets, station redevelopment, and infrastructure development through PPP Signup and view all the answers