The Government of India launched UDAN regional connectivity scheme in the year 2016, this is related to _____ sector.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is:(c) civil aviation

Explanation:
• UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) launched in 2016 aims to make air travel affordable and improve regional connectivity to unserved/underserved airports.

Information Booster:
• Implemented by Ministry of Civil Aviation.
• Airports Authority of India (AAI) is the nodal agency.
• Promotes Tier 2 & Tier 3 cities.
• Offers subsidies for flight operators.
• Part of National Civil Aviation Policy 2016.
• Focus: Affordable airfares (₹2500 for 1-hour flights).

Additional Information:
• Road/Rail/Water transport: Covered under separate infrastructure projects like Bharatmala, Sagarmala.