Question Q15 (continuation)Critically evaluateGS2GS2
Critically evaluate the Smart Cities Mission in achieving sustainable urban development and enhancing quality of life in India. (continuation)
Main Body
4Digital infrastructure planning has led to rise of 'planned cities' that have high quality of life and adequate green cover
5Push to electic sector under-inhales like AMRUT has cut emission by public transit and DTIC electrification in Delhi
6Transport Oriented Development has promoted walkable communities through initiatives like Kanpur Metro
However there are challenges
1Cities like Gurgaon suffer from inadequate municipal infrastructure leading to urban flooding in monsoon
2High cost of adoption has halted the push to EVs in Tier 2/3 cities
3Only ½ wastewater is heated, critically to India's sustainability development rank of 99/130
4Public transit suffers from delays and is low probability
5Pollution has not reduced in cities like Delhi despite measures taken impacting public health
Achieving SDG-11 goals requires consistent and substantial institutional effort to eliminate cost bottlenecks and promote quality of life of citizens.
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Conclusion
Achieving SDG-11 goals requires consistent and substantial institutional effort to eliminate cost bottlenecks and promote quality of life of citizens.
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Examiner score
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Topper
Varun Tokas
AIR 1172023
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Government Policies and Interventions - Design, Implementation and Issues
Government Schemes and Policies
Smart Cities Mission - challenges
Writing Stats
166
Total words
3
Paragraphs
analytical
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