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Which Air Transport in India term is correctly identified by “a statutory body associated with civil-aviation airport infrastructure” and “it manages many airports and civil enclaves in India”?

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AAirports Authority of India
BUDAN
CGreenfield Airport
DAir Cargo
Correct Answer: Airports Authority of IndiaYour Answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option A — Airports Authority of India. Airports Authority of India is correct because it is a statutory body associated with civil-aviation airport infrastructure. Airports Authority of India is also specifically associated with it manages many airports and civil enclaves in India. Two additional identifying facts are that Airports Authority of India is air-navigation services are a major responsibility and Airports Authority of India is associated with airport development and passenger facilities are important functions. Why the other options are incorrect: • Option B — UDAN: UDAN is a regional air-connectivity scheme. • Option C — Greenfield Airport: Greenfield Airport is an airport developed on a new site rather than by expanding an existing airport. It is incorrect here because its separate identifying association is land acquisition and environmental appraisal are major planning elements. • Option D — Air Cargo: Air Cargo is transport of goods by aircraft. Exam Takeaway: Connect Airports Authority of India with “a statutory body associated with civil-aviation airport infrastructure” and “it manages many airports and civil enclaves in India”.

Important Notes

  • Airports Authority of India is a statutory body associated with civil-aviation airport infrastructure.
  • Location or scope: it manages many airports and civil enclaves in India.
  • Key feature: air-navigation services are a major responsibility.
  • Important association: airport development and passenger facilities are important functions.
  • Airports Authority of India should not be confused with UDAN, which is a regional air-connectivity scheme.

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