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NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2025 Shift-2 📅 05 Jun, 2025

What is the percentage change in allocation for the Smart Cities Mission in India from the Revised Estimates of 2023-24 to the Budget Estimates of 2024-25?

A
-80%
B
-50%
C
-70%
D
-60%
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NTPC Graduate Tier 1
2025 • 05 Jun, 2025 • Shift-2
What is the percentage change in allocation for the Smart Cities Mission in India from the Revised Estimates of 2023-24 to the Budget Estimates of 2024-25?
Correct Answer
-70%
Budgetary Context: The Smart Cities Mission, initiated to drive sustainable urban development, entered its sunset phase, completing a majority of its targeted i......
Ref/Book : NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2025
Ref. Subject General Awareness
Chapter -
Ref. Topic Economy
Pg. No -
💡 Analysis & Explanation
Budgetary Context ▼
The Smart Cities Mission, initiated to drive sustainable urban development, entered its sunset phase, completing a majority of its targeted infrastructural projects.
Fiscal Data Shift ▼
In the Union Budget 2024-25, the central government drastically reduced the fiscal outlay for this specific mission to channel funds into newer urban schemes.
Statistical Reality ▼
Comparative analysis of the official budget documents reveals a steep decline of roughly 70% from the previous year's revised estimates.
Conclusion ▼
The allocation saw a definitive -70% adjustment.
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