16 August 2026

CAG audit on railway passenger amenities

This is a CAG report, which is a constitutional body, highlighting systemic failures in public fund utilization and infrastructure service delivery, making it a high-value topic for GS2, GS3, and GS4.

Questions

1. The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report on railway passenger amenities highlights a recurring issue of underutilisation of allocated funds. Discuss the systemic challenges in infrastructure project implementation and suggest measures to improve the efficiency of public service delivery in the railway sector. 150 words
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2. Inclusive infrastructure is a prerequisite for equitable development. In the context of recent audit findings regarding railway station accessibility, evaluate the challenges in ensuring universal design for persons with disabilities in public transport and suggest a framework for time-bound compliance. 250 words
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Prelims

1. Which of the following best describes the scope of the recent CAG audit on railway passenger amenities?

   1. A Non-suburban stations handling long-distance passenger traffic of at least 150 km
   2. B Only stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
   3. C Suburban stations in metropolitan railway zones
   4. D All railway stations across India

2. What is the primary objective of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme launched in 2022?

   1. A To exclusively focus on the electrification of railway tracks
   2. B To reduce the number of passenger trains to improve freight efficiency
   3. C To modernise over 1,300 railway stations across the country
   4. D To privatise the management of all railway stations