General Studies 2022 GS Paper II 10 marks 150 words Compulsory Discuss

Q6

The Gati-Shakti Yojana needs meticulous coordination between the government and the private sector to achieve the goal of connectivity. Discuss. (Answer in 150 words) 10

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गति-शक्ति योजना को संयोजकता के लक्ष्य को प्राप्त करने के लिए सरकार और निजी क्षेत्र के मध्य सतर्क समन्वय की आवश्यकता है। विवेचना कीजिए। (150 शब्दों में उत्तर दीजिए)

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Directive word: Discuss

This question asks you to discuss. The directive word signals the depth of analysis expected, the structure of your answer, and the weight of evidence you must bring.

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Approach

The directive 'discuss' requires a balanced examination of multiple facets of government-private coordination in Gati-Shakti Yojana. Structure as: brief introduction defining the scheme → body covering need for coordination, government role, private sector contribution, and challenges → conclusion with forward-looking synthesis. Keep within 150 words through precise phrasing.

Key points expected

Definition of PM Gati-Shakti as National Master Plan for multimodal connectivity (launched Oct 2021)
Government's role: infrastructure creation, regulatory framework, land acquisition, single-window clearance via Gati-Shakti portal
Private sector's role: investment (PPP mode), technology, last-mile connectivity, logistics efficiency
Specific coordination mechanisms: PM Gati-Shakti Master Plan, institutional framework with NPG, sectoral ministries
Challenges: land disputes, financing gaps, contractual disputes, differing priorities between public and private players
Way forward: blended finance, dispute resolution, performance-based contracts

Evaluation rubric

Dimension	Weight	Max marks	Excellent	Average	Poor
Demand-directive understanding	20%	2	Recognizes 'discuss' requires examining both government and private roles with their interdependence, not merely describing the scheme; addresses 'meticulous coordination' as central theme	Partially addresses both sectors but treats them in isolation; misses the coordination imperative	Describes Gati-Shakti features without addressing government-private coordination; confuses with other schemes like Bharatmala/Sagarmala
Content depth & accuracy	20%	2	Accurately covers multimodal nature (roads, railways, ports, airports, waterways), mentions NPG (National Programme for Gati-Shakti), and identifies specific coordination bottlenecks	Basic coverage of infrastructure components; vague on institutional mechanisms; minor factual errors	Incorrect launch year, confuses with UDAN or other schemes; superficial listing without coordination analysis
Structure & flow	20%	2	Compact 150-word structure with logical progression: context → government role → private role → coordination challenges → synthesis; smooth transitions	Adequate structure but uneven weightage; either too descriptive on one aspect or abrupt shifts	Disorganized points without paragraph coherence; exceeds word limit or severely underwrites; no clear introduction-conclusion
Examples / case-law / data	20%	2	Cites specific illustrations: DFC (Dedicated Freight Corridor) with private participation, Sagarmala port connectivity, Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, or ₹100 lakh crore infrastructure investment target	Generic mention of PPP or infrastructure projects without naming specific Gati-Shakti linked initiatives	No examples; irrelevant examples from unrelated sectors; fabricated data
Conclusion & analytical edge	20%	2	Sharp concluding observation on how coordination reduces logistics cost (target: <10% of GDP), enhances competitiveness, or suggests institutional innovation like Gati-Shakti University for skill coordination	Routine summary without analytical insight; generic statement on 'need for cooperation'	No conclusion; abrupt ending; contradictory final statement; mere repetition of introduction

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