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SubjectsEconomySectors & DevelopmentChapter 8 — Infrastructure8.3 Digital Economy & Fintech

Topic 8.3 · Economy · Infrastructure

Digital Economy & Fintech

Digital Economy & Fintech is studied as part of "Infrastructure" (Sectors & Development) in Economy. Energy, transport, digital economy and social infrastructure are the physical backbone of economic growth.

In the examination context, digital economy & fintech carries conceptual questions that test both factual recall and analytical understanding. Revise this topic in sequence with the rest of the chapter so that chronological and thematic links are clear.

Important Facts

Dedicated corridors
Freight corridors boost logistics
PM-KUSUM
Solar power for farmers
Energy mix
Coal remains the largest energy source
UPI
Unified Payments Interface — digital payments

Key Points

  • Energy mix — Coal remains the largest energy source
  • UPI — Unified Payments Interface — digital payments
  • Dedicated corridors — Freight corridors boost logistics
  • PM-KUSUM — Solar power for farmers

Important Names

E. SreedharanNandan Nilekani

Important Dates

2016UPI launched
2021PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan
Exam-Oriented Notes
  • »UPI is an NPCI innovation; PM Gati Shakti (2021) coordinates infrastructure planning.

Related topics

8.1 Energy Sector8.2 Transport & Logistics8.4 Health & Education Infrastructure
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