Which of the following statements about E. Sreedharan is factually correct?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Answer: (B) He was popularly known as the 'Metro Man of India'.
Explanation:
Elattuvalapil Sreedharan, popularly known as E. Sreedharan, is a renowned Indian civil engineer. He is referred to as the 'Metro Man of India' for transforming the landscape of public transportation in India, particularly through the successful and timely construction of the Delhi Metro. He served as the Managing Director of the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) from 1995 to 2012.
His greatest achievements also include leading the Konkan Railway project, which is considered an engineering marvel. He completed this massive project amidst challenging terrain and within a limited timeframe. For his integrity and efficiency in public life, he was honored with the Padma Shri in 2001 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2008.
Additional Points:
Regarding Option (A): The Mumbai-Pune Expressway was a project of the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC); Sreedharan's primary contribution has been in the fields of railways and metros.
Regarding Option (D): The Swachh Bharat Mission is a national campaign launched by the Prime Minister in 2014, led by the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation.
Potential Exam Questions and Answers:
Question: Where was India's first metro rail service launched?
Answer: In Kolkata (in 1984).
Question: Which states does the Konkan Railway connect?
Answer: Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka.