Distinguish between economic and social infrastructure.
Difference between economic and social infrastructure:
Economic Infrastructure |
Social Infrastructure |
1. They refer to all such elements of economic change (like power, transport, and communication) which serve as a support system to the process of economic growth. |
1. They refer to the core elements of social change (like schools, hospitals etc.) which serve as support system for the process of social development of a country. |
2. They foster economic growth . |
2. They foster human growth. |
3. They raise the standard of living of the people. |
3. They increase the quality of life of the people. |
4. They have direct impact on the production of goods and services. |
4. They have indirect impact on the production of goods and services. |
Describe the progress in health care after independence.
How would you justify the statement that India has made a substantial progress in health care?
Give the outline of measures to cope with challenges facing the power sector in India.