Sagarmala to implement Swiss challenge system
Q. “Swiss challenge system” is related to which of the following government initiative?- Published on 06 Nov 15a. Make in India
b. Beti bachao, Beti padhao
c. Sagarmala
d. Swaccha bharat
ANSWER: Sagarmala
- The Centre is going to implement a comprehensive plan to develop Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands, for an integrated modernization of the region, under its 'Sagarmala' initiative.
- The plan is to develop these islands under the 'Swiss challenge system', where third parties make offers (challenges) for a project within a designated period to avoid exaggerated project costs.
DEVELOPMENT ROAD MAP
- Island development consultant to be appointed
- Islands with more than two square km of area to be considered for the project
- Phase I: Assessment, shortlisting of islands, creation of island clusters
- Phase II: Identification of development potential and opportunities for shortlisted clusters
- Phase III: Creation of detailed development plans and selection of implementation agency
- Phase IV: Project implementation monitoring