Question

Karnataka Government decided to roll out the 'Pragati Patha' scheme to:

A. Improve and develop rural road networks systematically and qualitatively.
B. The scheme will cover a total length of over 10,000 km, covering all the constituencies of the state.

Which of the statement/s is/are correct?

1. A only
2. B only
3. A and B both
4. Neither A nor B

Answer 1

The Karnataka Government's 'Pragati Patha' scheme aims to systematically and qualitatively improve the rural road network. The initiative plans to develop approximately 7,110 km of rural roads, covering 50 km in each of the 189 rural Assembly constituencies, with an estimated cost of ₹5,190 crore.

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Evaluation of Statements:

• Statement A: Improve and develop rural road networks systematically and qualitatively.

  • Evaluation: This statement is correct. The primary objective of the 'Pragati Patha' scheme is to enhance the rural road network in a systematic and qualitative manner.
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• Statement B: The scheme will cover a total length of over 10,000 km, covering all the constituencies of the state.

  • Evaluation: This statement is incorrect. The scheme targets the development of 7,110 km of rural roads, not over 10,000 km, and focuses on 189 rural Assembly constituencies, not all constituencies in the state.
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Conclusion:

• Correct Statement: A only.

Answer: A only