Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Infrastructure

Question:

Identify the social Infrastructure:

A. Number of movie halls
B. Housing
C. Number of school & hospitals
D. Number of industries
E. Number of malls

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

A, B, & C Only

C, D, & E Only

B & C Only

A, B, D & E Only

Correct Answer:

B & C Only

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → B & C Only

Social infrastructure refers to the physical and non-physical structures that support a society's overall well-being and development. Here's why each option falls under this category or not:
 A. Number of movie halls: Movie halls are not considered essential social infrastructure.
 B. Housing: Safe and adequate housing is crucial for individual and societal well-being. It's a core element of social infrastructure.
 C. Number of schools & hospitals: Education and healthcare are fundamental for human development and social progress. Schools and hospitals are essential social infrastructure.
 D. Number of industries: Industries are part of the economic infrastructure, not social infrastructure. They contribute to economic growth and employment, but don't directly address social needs.
 E. Number of malls: Similar to movie halls, malls are primarily for commercial purposes and not considered essential social infrastructure.

Therefore, only housing, schools, and hospitals directly contribute to social well-being and are considered social infrastructure.