UPSC Mains 2022 GS2 Q6 — Government Schemes
The Gati-Shakti Yojana needs meticulous co-ordination between the government and the private sector to achieve the goal of connectivity. Discuss. (Answer in 150 words)
Question Decoded — examiner's intent
- Directive verbs
- Discuss
- Scope keywords
- Gati-Shakti Yojanameticulous co-ordinationgovernmentprivate sectorgoal of connectivity
- Implicit sub-parts
- What are the existing silos in infrastructure planning that Gati-Shakti aims to bridge?
- Why is private sector participation indispensable for the 'last-mile connectivity' aspect of the scheme?
- What specific mechanisms (NMP, financial models, regulatory ease) facilitate this coordination?
- What are the potential bottlenecks or challenges in aligning profit-driven private interests with public connectivity goals?
- Common pitfalls
- Writing a generic essay on infrastructure or the National Infrastructure Pipeline without focusing on the 'coordination' aspect.
- Ignoring the digital layer (GIS-based platform) which is the backbone of the Gati-Shakti 'meticulous' planning.
- Failing to mention the role of private players beyond just 'funding'—omitting their role in technology, execution, and operational efficiency.
- Overlooking the federal dimension where private sector coordination also requires state-level alignment.
- Dimensions required
- Institutional/AdministrativeTechnological (GIS/Digital)Economic/Financial (PPP models)Operational/LogisticalStrategic (Multi-modal connectivity)
- Marks allocation hint
Allocate 30 words to the vision of Gati-Shakti and the need for a unified portal. Devote 50 words to the 'why' and 'how' of government-private synergy (NMP, risk-sharing). Spend 50 words on the specific connectivity outcomes and potential coordination challenges. Conclude with 20 words on the long-term impact on logistics costs.
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