Infrastructure Challenge at Independence
What did India's infrastructure, including the railway network, need at the time of independence?
- Downsizing and privatisation
- Upgradation, expansion and public orientation — Correct Answer
- Complete dismantling
- No changes were needed
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Infrastructure including the famed railway network needed upgradation, expansion and public orientation.
Challenges at Independence:
- Infrastructure was built for colonial interests, not public welfare.
- Roads had acute shortage of all-weather roads to rural areas.
- Railways needed to be oriented towards Indian development needs.
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