Track to efficiency – The Hindu (April 08, 2017)

Track to efficiency – The Hindu (April 08, 2017)

Creating a Rail Development Authority for India is among the most significant reforms to an infrastructure system undertaken by the government. For further reading, visit “The Hindu”.

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Word List-1:

1. paradigm shift (noun) – a fundamental and important change with new ideas/thinking/ways.
2. undertake (noun) – begin, start, embark on.
3. unmet (adjective) – not achieved/fulfilled.
4. freight (noun) – cargo, load, consignment.
5. regulator (noun) – a person/body to supervises a particular business activity.
6. optimally (adverb) – in the most favourable way.
7. overcome (verb) – control/master, over power, overwhelm (a problem/difficulty).
8. interwine (verb) – connect/link (two or more things) closely.
9. detrimental (adjective) –  dangerous/harmful, unfavourable, counterproductive.
10. reconcile (verb) – adjust, balance, attune.
11. set in (phrasal verb) – (of something unpleasant/unwelcome) begin, start, develop.
12. facilitate (verb) – enable, assist, help.
13. monopolistic (adjective) – relating to a business that has total control of supply/trade in a service.
14. framework (noun) – structure, system, organization.
15. de-risk (verb) – to take measures/steps to reduce risks/financial loses.
16. a level playing field (phrase) – a situation in which everyone has the equal chance of succeeding.
17. cater (verb) – service, accomodate, provide for.
18. induct (verb) – allow, introduce, initiate into.
19. social obligation (noun) – responsibility, commitment, moral imperative.
20. sequential (adjective) – performed/done in sequence/order/succession.
21. sustainable (adjective) – maintainable, valid, reliable/dependable.

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