Worksheet: Infrastructure | Economics for Grade 12 PDF Download

Section 1: Fill in the Blanks

Q1: Infrastructure includes fundamental systems like __________, __________, and __________ that support the proper functioning of an economy.

Q2: Economic infrastructure includes essential components like __________, __________, and __________, which are crucial for economic growth.

Q3: Social infrastructure comprises elements like __________, __________, and __________, focusing on human resource development.

Q4: Improved infrastructure, such as roads and warehouses, facilitates the selling of products in various __________.

Q5: India has become a global outsourcing hub due to the availability of modern __________.

Q6: India's infrastructure investment makes up __________ of its GDP, significantly lower than that of China and Indonesia.

Q7: The power industry in India faces challenges like insufficient installed __________ capacity.

Q8: Primary healthcare serves as the __________ point of contact for individuals with the healthcare system.

Q9: There is a significant disparity in the utilization of medical and health facilities between the __________ and __________ areas in India.

Q10: To ensure basic healthcare for all, accessibility and affordability must be integrated into India's basic __________ infrastructure.

Section 2: Assertion and Reason

Q1: Assertion: Infrastructure promotes economic growth by stimulating investment and production. Reason: Infrastructure includes elements like roads, transportation facilities, and industries that facilitate economic activities.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q2: Assertion: Social infrastructure can improve work efficiency by equipping workers with necessary skills.
Reason: Health centers and educational institutions are essential components of social infrastructure.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q3: Assertion: India's infrastructure investment makes up only 5% of its GDP.
Reason: India should focus on improving its infrastructure in rural areas by providing better access to energy, water, basic services, and sanitation facilities.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q4: Assertion: Primary healthcare is pivotal in the effectiveness of healthcare programs.
Reason: There is a significant disparity between urban and rural healthcare in India.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q5: Assertion: Infrastructure enhances productivity by improving transportation and storage facilities. Reason: Improved infrastructure facilitates the selling of products in various markets.
(a)Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Section 3: Very Short Answers 

Q1: Define economic infrastructure.

Q2: Name a type of conventional commercial energy source.

Q3: What percentage of India's GDP is represented by infrastructure investment?

Q4: Name one challenge faced by India's power industry.

Q5: Mention an example of non-commercial energy source.

Q6: What is the significance of social infrastructure?

Q7: What is the primary objective of primary healthcare?

Q8: Name one aspect where India should focus on improving its infrastructure.

Q9: Name a well-known unconventional energy source.

Q10: What is the role of social infrastructure in human development?

Section 4: Short Answers

Q1: Discuss the significance of social infrastructure in a country's development.

Q2: Explain the importance of electricity in modern civilization and the challenges faced by India in the power industry.

Q3: Discuss the disparities in the utilization of medical and health facilities in urban and rural areas of India.

Q4: Elaborate on the importance of decentralized public health services in India.

Q5: Discuss the challenges faced by India in bridging the rural-urban infrastructure divide.

Q6: Explain how infrastructure can strengthen production linkages and contribute to economic growth.

Q7: Discuss the role of education and health infrastructure in a country's long-term development.

Q8: Describe the importance of efficient energy sources and the need for diversification in India's energy sector.

Section 5: Long Answers

Q1: Explain the importance of infrastructure in promoting economic growth and improving the standard of living.

Q2: Discuss the challenges and potential solutions for improving India's infrastructure investment.

Q3: Elaborate on the challenges faced by India's power industry and the importance of addressing them.

Q4: Discuss the significance of addressing the disparity in healthcare utilization between urban and rural areas in India.