Energy, Transportation and Communication: RAS Prelims MCQs
84 RAS Prelims MCQs on energy, transportation and communication cover the energy sources and policy, the nuclear programme, solar parks, highways, railways and logistics. Small hydro, the National Energy Policy, Bhadla Solar Park, the longest national highway, railway zones and the Dedicated Freight Corridors are asked as facts and effects.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q71. Consider the following landmark telecom policies in India: I. National Digital Communications Policy II. National Telecom Policy 1994 III. New Telecom Policy 1999 Arrange them in chronological order of their introduction:
Explanation
India’s telecom sector has evolved through several key policy frameworks.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q72. Read the following statements regarding the telecom sector in India and select the correct option: Statement I: The Government of India allows 100 percent Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the telecom sector under the automatic route. Statement II: Increasing FDI is seen as a way to infuse capital required for the massive infrastructure demands of 5G rollout.
Explanation
The Indian government allows one hundred percent Foreign Direct Investment in the telecom sector through the automatic route to attract global capital. This policy is specifically designed to infuse the massive investment required for the development of advanced infrastructure, such as the nationwide rollout of 5G networks. Therefore, the need for large-scale capital for next-generation technology directly drives the liberalization of investment rules.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q73. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): Despite high overall teledensity, a significant ‘digital divide’ exists between rural and urban areas in India. Reason (R): Urban areas have vastly superior internet infrastructure, affordability, and digital literacy compared to rural areas.
Explanation
Although India has achieved high teledensity, a significant digital divide persists because urban areas have much better internet infrastructure and higher levels of digital literacy. In many rural regions, connectivity is slower, and the cost of devices and data remains a barrier for many. Thus, the geographical disparity in infrastructure and socio-economic factors like affordability directly explains the uneven digital progress.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q74. A startup wants to set up public Wi-Fi hotspots across a small town without acquiring a telecom license or paying hefty fees. Which recent government framework enables this distributed public Wi-Fi model?
Explanation
The PM WANI framework was introduced to facilitate the proliferation of public Wi-Fi hotspots across India. It allows small shopkeepers and local entities to become Public Data Offices without requiring a specialized telecom license. This model aims to increase internet penetration in small towns and rural areas by creating a distributed network of providers, making high-speed data more accessible and affordable for everyone.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q75. What is the primary purpose of the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) in India?
Explanation
The Universal Service Obligation Fund is used to finance the expansion of telecom services into rural and remote areas that are otherwise commercially unviable for private operators. It is funded through a levy on the revenue of telecom companies. This fund ensures that all citizens, regardless of their location, have access to basic communication services, thereby supporting national digital inclusion goals.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q76. Which satellite series of ISRO is primarily dedicated to telecommunications, television broadcasting, and satellite newsgathering in India?
Explanation
The GSAT and INSAT series of satellites are specifically designed by ISRO to provide telecommunications, television broadcasting, and satellite newsgathering services across India. These satellites are placed in geostationary orbits to maintain a constant position over the country. They play a vital role in supporting national television networks, mobile communications, and providing emergency communication services during natural disasters or other national crises.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q77. Consider the following statements regarding space communication applications in India: I. EDUSAT was India’s first satellite built exclusively for the educational sector. II. NavIC is a regional navigation satellite system that also aids in disaster management communication. III. High Throughput Satellites (HTS) are used to provide high-speed broadband in remote areas. IV. Ku and Ka bands are frequently used in satellite communications for DTH services. V. ISRO’s communication satellites are placed only in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
India utilizes satellites for diverse communication needs, such as EDUSAT for education and NavIC for regional navigation. High Throughput Satellites provide high-speed broadband to remote regions, and Ku/Ka bands are essential for DTH services. While some satellites are in low orbits, most major communication satellites are placed in Geostationary Earth Orbit to provide wide and continuous coverage across the entire Indian subcontinent.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q78. Identify the incorrect pair regarding satellite orbits and their common communication usage:
Explanation
Polar orbits are typically used for earth observation, weather monitoring, and reconnaissance because they allow satellites to see the entire planet as it rotates. They are not used for continuous voice calls over the equator, which require geostationary satellites. Geostationary orbits are ideal for DTH broadcasting, while Medium Earth Orbits are standard for navigation systems like GPS, and Low Earth Orbits support broadband constellations.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q79. What is the fundamental objective of the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan?
Explanation
PM Gati Shakti is a transformative approach designed to break down departmental silos and ensure integrated planning for all major infrastructure projects.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q80. Match List I with List II:
Logistics Concept
Description
A. Multimodal Transport
i. An inland intermodal terminal directly connected by road or rail to a seaport
B. Last-mile Connectivity
ii. Use of more than one mode of transport for a single journey/shipment
C. Cold Chain Logistics
iii. Temperature-controlled supply chain
D. Dry Port
iv. The final leg of delivery from a hub to the end user
Select the correct code:
Explanation
Multimodal transport involves using different modes like rail and road for a single shipment to optimize efficiency. Last-mile connectivity focuses on the final delivery to the end user. Cold chain logistics are essential for temperature-sensitive goods like food and medicine. Dry ports are inland terminals that link regional producers directly to seaports, facilitating smoother international trade for landlocked areas.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
71
(a) II, III, I
72
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II explains Statement I.
73
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
74
(c) PM WANI
75
(a) Funding telecom services in commercially unviable rural and remote areas.
76
(d) GSAT (INSAT)
77
(b) I, II, III and IV
78
(c) Polar Orbit - Exclusively used for continuous, uninterrupted voice calls over the equator
79
(d) Breaking departmental silos for integrated planning of infrastructure.
80
(a) A-ii, B-iv, C-iii, D-i
Key facts from Energy, Transportation and Communication
Small hydro projects have an installed capacity of 25 MW or less; the Brahmaputra basin has the highest commercially exploitable hydropower potential.
NITI Aayog drafted the National Energy Policy; Homi J. Bhabha conceptualised the three-stage nuclear programme.
Coal Bed Methane is natural gas trapped within coal seams; Bhadla is one of the largest solar parks in the world.
NH 44, from Srinagar to Kanyakumari, is the longest national highway in India.
Indian Railways is divided into 19 zones for administration.
The Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight Corridors reduce transit time and unit cost for freight; Krishi UDAN helps transport farm produce by air.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Energy, Transportation and Communication?
This page has 84 practice MCQs on Energy, Transportation and Communication (Indian Economy). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which is the longest National Highway in India?
NH 44, which runs from Srinagar in the north to Kanyakumari in the south. It covers several States, including Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, and links the north and south of the country.
How many zones does Indian Railways have?
19 zones for administrative convenience, each headed by a General Manager. The Kolkata Metro is counted as a zone, and each zone is further divided into divisions that run the day-to-day work of the railways.
What is Coal Bed Methane?
Natural gas trapped within coal seams. It can be extracted by drilling into the coal bed, and it is a source of cleaner energy that India is developing in its coal-bearing regions.
