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MCQs - 2026-04

461.
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a sector receiving increased Capex under India's infrastructure push?
A Roads and Highways
B Railways
C Renewable Energy
D Traditional handicraft promotion
462.
A significant increase in infrastructure Capex is expected to create a multiplier effect on economic growth by:
A Decreasing demand for construction materials
B Reducing employment opportunities
C Stimulating demand for goods and services and creating jobs
D Increasing the fiscal deficit without economic benefit
463.
The government aims to encourage private sector participation in infrastructure projects through:
A Nationalization of projects
B Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)
C Complete government funding
D Export subsidies
464.
Which of the following is a key benefit of improved infrastructure for an economy?
A Increased logistics costs
B Reduced industrial productivity
C Lowered attractiveness for foreign investment
D Reduced logistics costs and enhanced productivity
465.
The Union Budget 2026-27 has proposed a significant increase in capital expenditure (Capex) for:
A Social welfare schemes
B Defense modernization
C Infrastructure development
D Subsidies for agriculture
466.
The trend of cross-border UPI transactions indicates:
A A decrease in international trade
B Expansion of India's digital payment reach beyond its borders
C A move towards a completely cashless society within India
D Reduced reliance on foreign currencies
467.
Which of the following is a key enabler of India's digital payments revolution?
A Limited internet penetration
B High cost of smartphones
C Government initiatives like Digital India
D Dominance of traditional banking methods
468.
A significant increase in digital payments is most likely to contribute to:
A Increased reliance on cash transactions
B Reduced financial inclusion
C Enhanced transparency and reduced shadow economy
D Higher transaction costs for small businesses
469.
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is responsible for:
A Setting interest rates for banks
B Regulating the stock market
C Operating retail payment systems like UPI and RuPay
D Issuing currency notes
470.
Which payment system has been a primary driver of the record transaction volumes in India's digital payments ecosystem?
A NEFT
B RTGS
C IMPS
D UPI