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    A scheme “PM-eBus Sewa” for augmenting city bus

    operation by 10,000 e-buses on PPP model.  The Scheme would have an estimated cost of Rs.57, 613 crore, out of which support of Rs.20, 000 crore will be provided by the Central government. The Scheme will support bus operations for 10 years. How many direct jobs are expected to be generated through the deployment of around 10,000 buses in city bus operation under the "PM-eBus Sewa" scheme?
    A 5,000 to 10,000 jobs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 15,000 to 20,000 jobs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 25,000 to 30,000 jobs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 35,000 to 40,000 jobs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 45,000 to 55,000 jobs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: The Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved a bus scheme “PM-eBus Sewa” for augmenting city bus operation by 10,000 e-buses on PPP model.  The Scheme would have an estimated cost of Rs.57,613 crore, out of which support of Rs.20,000 crore will be provided by the Central government. The Scheme will support bus operations for 10 years. The scheme will generate 45,000 to 55,000 direct jobs through deployment of around 10,000 buses in city bus operation.

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