Economy2026
Consider the following statements with reference to the Sagarmala Programme of the Government of India: I. The Sagarmala Programme seeks to achieve port-led economic growth through cost-effective and sustainable coastal infrastructure. II. The success of the Sagarmala Programme is reflected in significant growth in coastal and inland waterway shipping, along with improved global port rankings. III. Sagarmala 2.0 aims to position India as a global maritime innovation hub aligned with Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047 visions. Which of the following relationships among the above statements is/are correct?
- Statement II validates the effectiveness of the strategies envisioned in statement I.
- Statement III extends the objectives of statement I by embedding them into a future-oriented innovation framework.
- Statement I contradicts statement III by focusing only on traditional infrastructure instead of modern innovation.
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Explanation
The correct option is 1 and 2. Statement II demonstrates the effectiveness of the strategies outlined in Statement I by highlighting the tangible results of enhanced maritime infrastructure and shipping growth, which are fundamental to achieving port-led economic growth. Furthermore, Statement III extends the vision of the Sagarmala Programme beyond traditional infrastructure by emphasizing innovation and aligning with the broader goals of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047, thus showing a holistic approach towards maritime development. This relationship indicates a continuous evolution of policy aimed at modernizing and integrating India’s maritime sector.