economics medium True/False

The National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP), launched to provide a clear roadmap for infrastructure development in India, covers both economic infrastructure (like roads) and social infrastructure (like health and education).

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

The NIP is a massive, multi-year investment plan aimed at boosting economic growth and creating jobs. It comprehensively includes traditional economic assets like highways, railways, and power plants, but crucially also integrates social infrastructure like affordable housing, urban water supply, and healthcare facilities, recognizing their equal importance for holistic development.

Topic Indian Economy - Infrastructure
Exam Relevance UPSC Prelims, SSC CGL