Op-Ed Focus: How politics shapes roads in India

By BYJU'S Exam Prep

Updated on: September 13th, 2023

Article: How politics shapes roads in India

Now try and answer the following questions:

What are the provisions of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)? Critically evaluate this scheme with reference to its effectiveness and its weaknesses.
What is the reason for a disproportionately large no of road accidents in India? How can they be tackled at a policy as well as at individual mindset levels? Suggest reforms.
How can political influence be used to deliver development outcomes in an effective manner? Suggest some ways of reducing rent seeking behaviours of politicians.

Points to Ponder:

What are the problems associated with urbanization with reference to urban infrastructure? Suggest some possible reforms.