UPSC Notes

E-governance in Infrastructure Project Management

PYQs

8

Articles

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Momentum

21

Phase IFoundation

Background

Overview

Illustrates the application of technology for good governance, reducing bureaucratic hurdles, improving project timelines, and enhancing transparency in public works and large-scale infrastructure projects.

E-governance leverages information and communication technologies to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability in government processes. In infrastructure development, it streamlines complex procedures like land acquisition and environmental clearances, thereby expediting project execution.

Phase IIStatic core

Facts & tables

Key facts

Bhoomi Rashi Portal

Used for streamlining and expediting land acquisition processes.

GIS-based Land Acquisition Plan

Utilizes Geographic Information Systems for efficient land acquisition planning.

Parivesh Portal

Revamped by MoEFCC to facilitate faster forest and environmental clearances.

Online GAD Approval

Enables online approval of General Arrangement Drawings (GAD) for Road Over Bridge/Road Under Bridge from Railways.

Reference table

Static syllabus anchors

TypeReference
Conceptual areaEmerging Information Technologies

Reference table

Institutions & roles

BodyRole
Ministry of Road Transport & HighwaysImplements
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate ChangeFacilitates
Phase IIIExam lens

Prelims angle

Overview

Prelims angle: Statement-based questions

Prelims angle: Multi-statement analysis

Quick revision

  • E-governance tools enhance project efficiency and transparency.
  • Bhoomi Rashi portal for land acquisition.
  • Parivesh portal for environmental clearances.
  • GIS-based planning for land acquisition.
  • Online approvals for railway-related structures.

High-confidence PYQs

Topic timeline

Emerging Information Technologies

CONSTRUCTION OF NATIONAL HIGH-SPEED CORRIDORS AND GREENFIELD EXPRESSWAYS

22 Jul 2026 · Government is using e-governance tools like Bhoomi Rashi, GIS-based plans, and Parivesh portal to digitize and expedite land acquisition, environmental clearances, and other approvals for infrastructure projects, thereby improving efficiency and transparency.

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