Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the PM GatiShakti platform as highlighted in recent administrative directives?

To serve as a platform for inter-departmental decision-making and integrated planning

To monitor the performance of individual cabinet ministers

To provide a digital interface for international trade negotiations

To facilitate direct benefit transfers to rural households

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1 July 2026

PM meeting with Secretaries on ease of doing business

The meeting highlights administrative reforms and governance strategies like PM GatiShakti and the whole-of-government approach, which serve as valuable context for answering questions on civil service efficiency and economic policy implementation.

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Prime Minister held a meeting with approximately 80 Secretaries from various Ministries and Departments.
Key focus areas for the administration: Ease of Doing Business and Ease of Living.
Emphasis on achieving tangible impacts of government schemes on citizens' lives.
Promotion of 'Aatmanirbharta' (self-reliance) as a core administrative objective.
Advocacy for a 'whole-of-government' approach to break departmental silos.
PM GatiShakti identified as the primary platform for integrated planning and inter-departmental decision-making.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 2 in Government initiatives on Ease of Doing Business, which has been running since 24 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

The 'whole-of-government' approach is essential for effective public service delivery in India. Discuss the role of integrated planning platforms like PM GatiShakti in overcoming departmental silos and enhancing administrative efficiency. 150 words

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Ease of Doing Business and Ease of Living are two sides of the same coin in the context of India's development trajectory. Analyze how inter-departmental coordination and self-reliance (Aatmanirbharta) can be leveraged to create a more responsive and impactful governance framework. 250 words

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Prelims

Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the PM GatiShakti platform as highlighted in recent administrative directives?

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PM asks Secretaries to focus on ease of doing business, self-reliance

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