Infrastructure and Energy

Description: This quiz covers the topic of Infrastructure and Energy, focusing on the Indian context. It aims to assess your understanding of the impact of infrastructure development on the Indian economy, the role of energy in economic growth, and the challenges and opportunities in these sectors.
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Which sector in India has received the highest infrastructure investment in the past decade?

  1. Transportation

  2. Energy

  3. Telecommunications

  4. Water and Sanitation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The transportation sector in India has attracted the largest share of infrastructure investment in recent years, with a focus on improving road networks, railways, and airports.

The availability of reliable and affordable energy is crucial for economic growth. Which source of energy has contributed the most to India's electricity generation?

  1. Coal

  2. Natural Gas

  3. Renewable Energy

  4. Nuclear Energy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Coal remains the dominant source of electricity generation in India, accounting for over 50% of the total installed capacity.

India's ambitious target of achieving 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2022 is primarily driven by the need to:

  1. Reduce greenhouse gas emissions

  2. Enhance energy security

  3. Promote rural electrification

  4. Attract foreign investment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary motivation behind India's renewable energy target is to mitigate climate change and reduce its carbon footprint.

The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) is a flagship program aimed at:

  1. Providing all-weather road connectivity to rural areas

  2. Improving urban transportation infrastructure

  3. Developing smart cities

  4. Promoting sustainable tourism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The PMGSY program is specifically designed to enhance rural connectivity by constructing and upgrading roads in villages and remote areas.

Which of the following is NOT a key challenge faced by the Indian energy sector?

  1. High transmission and distribution losses

  2. Over-reliance on imported fossil fuels

  3. Lack of grid connectivity in rural areas

  4. Excess generation capacity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the Indian energy sector faces several challenges, excess generation capacity is not a major concern, as the country often experiences power shortages.

The Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) project aims to:

  1. Enhance the efficiency of freight transportation

  2. Reduce traffic congestion on highways

  3. Promote intermodal transportation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The DFC project is a comprehensive initiative that seeks to improve freight transportation efficiency, reduce road traffic, and promote intermodal transportation.

The Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY) scheme was introduced to address the financial challenges faced by:

  1. State-owned electricity distribution companies

  2. Private power generation companies

  3. Renewable energy developers

  4. Coal mining companies


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The UDAY scheme was specifically designed to help state-owned electricity distribution companies improve their financial health and reduce their accumulated debt.

Which of the following is NOT a major component of India's Smart Cities Mission?

  1. Energy-efficient buildings

  2. Intelligent transportation systems

  3. Digital governance platforms

  4. Construction of new airports


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the Smart Cities Mission encompasses various aspects of urban development, construction of new airports is not a specific component of the program.

The National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) is a comprehensive plan to invest in infrastructure projects over a period of:

  1. 5 years

  2. 10 years

  3. 15 years

  4. 20 years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The NIP covers a period of 15 years, from 2019 to 2034, and aims to attract both public and private investment in infrastructure development.

The Saubhagya scheme is a government initiative to provide:

  1. Free electricity connections to rural households

  2. Subsidized electricity tariffs for farmers

  3. Energy-efficient appliances to low-income families

  4. Solar power systems for remote villages


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Saubhagya scheme aims to provide free electricity connections to all un-electrified households in rural areas, ensuring access to basic electricity services.

Which of the following is NOT a major source of renewable energy in India?

  1. Solar

  2. Wind

  3. Hydropower

  4. Nuclear


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While nuclear energy is a low-carbon source of electricity, it is not considered a renewable energy source due to the limited availability of uranium.

The Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) scheme focuses on improving:

  1. Urban water supply and sanitation

  2. Solid waste management

  3. Public transportation systems

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The AMRUT scheme encompasses a wide range of urban infrastructure development, including water supply, sanitation, solid waste management, and public transportation.

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) scheme has been instrumental in providing:

  1. Free LPG connections to rural households

  2. Subsidized cooking gas cylinders

  3. Energy-efficient stoves to low-income families

  4. Solar cookers to remote villages


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The PMUY scheme aims to provide free LPG connections to rural households, promoting the use of clean cooking fuel and reducing indoor air pollution.

The National Solar Mission (NSM) has set a target of achieving:

  1. 100 GW of solar power capacity by 2022

  2. 200 GW of solar power capacity by 2030

  3. 300 GW of solar power capacity by 2040

  4. 400 GW of solar power capacity by 2050


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NSM initially set a target of achieving 100 GW of solar power capacity by 2022, which was later revised to 200 GW.

The National Highway Development Project (NHDP) aims to:

  1. Upgrade and expand existing national highways

  2. Construct new expressways and ring roads

  3. Improve connectivity between major cities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The NHDP encompasses a comprehensive range of activities, including upgrading existing highways, constructing new expressways, and improving connectivity between major cities.

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