Q165: GPSC Prelims 2026 GS: Previous Year Question with Answer

Which of the following statement(s) is/are true regarding the PM-WANI (Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access Network Interface) scheme? 1. It aims to provide affordable high-speed internet by allowing local shopkeepers and entrepreneurs to set up public Wi-Fi hotspots without requiring a license from the Department of Telecommunications. 2. The architecture of the scheme involves four layers: Public Data Offices (PDOs), Public Data Office Aggregators (PDOAs), App Providers and a Central Registry. Choose the correct option from the following.