Infrastructure sector is a key driver for the Indian economy, in fact, it is the backbone for the long term success of every economy. This sector is highly responsible for propelling India's overall development and enjoys intense focus from government for initiating policies that would ensure time-bound creation of the world class infrastructure in the Indian Economy. Infrastructure sector includes Urban development, power, bridges, dams, roads etc. It is also important to develop rural infrastructure facilities as India has been a rural economy and by neglecting the infrastructure development in rural areas, the economy cannot sustain in long term.

The infrastructure can be divided into two categories i.e, Economic and Social. During Covid-19. the Health Infrastructure has been improved in a significant manner. In order to meet India's aim of reaching a US $5 Trillion economy by 2025 infrastructure development is a need of hour. The government has launched the National Infrastructure pipeline combined with other allied initiatives such as 'Make in India' and the product linked incentive schemes to augment the growth of Infrastructure sector. Historically, more than 80% of the country's infrastructure spending has gone towards funding for transportation, electricity water and irrigations etc. Therefore, the infrastructure sector acts as a catalyst for Indian economic growth and development.

Identify the indicators which is not directly associated with the development of rural infrastructure of an Economy.

Improvement in Sex-Ratio in rural areas.

The correct answer is option (41) : Construction of Delhi-Mumbai Industrial corridor

Option 4: Construction of Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor

Here's why:

• Rural Infrastructure Development: This focuses on improving basic facilities and services in rural areas to enhance the lives of people living there. It includes things like:

  Transportation: Roads, bridges, irrigation canals
  Communication:Electricity, telecommunication networks
  Social infrastructure: Schools, hospitals, sanitation facilities
  Agricultural infrastructure: Irrigation systems, storage facilities

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• Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC): This is a mega infrastructure project aimed at developing a new industrial zone and improving connectivity between Delhi and Mumbai, major urban centers in India. While it can bring economic benefits to the country overall,it's not directly focused on improving infrastructure in rural areas.

  The other options are directly linked to rural infrastructure development:

  • Improvement in Sex-Ratio in rural areas: Better access to healthcare, education, and social welfare programs in rural areas can empower women and contribute to a more balanced sex ratio.
     
  • Electrification in village areas: Providing electricity in rural areas improves living standards, facilitates education, healthcare, and economic activities.
  • Set-up of agriculture labs in rural areas: These labs can provide research, testing, and training facilities to improve agricultural productivity and income generation in rural areas.
     

  Therefore, the construction of the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, while a significant infrastructure project, doesn't directly target the development of rural infrastructure.