What is Capex?
Historical Background
Key Points
10 points- 1.
Includes spending on infrastructure projects like roads, railways, ports, and power plants.
- 2.
Increases productive capacity of the economy.
- 3.
Creates employment opportunities.
- 4.
Attracts private investment.
- 5.
Leads to long-term economic growth.
Visual Insights
Understanding Capex
Visual representation of Capex and its impact on the economy.
Capex (Capital Expenditure)
- ●Definition
- ●Impact on Economy
- ●Funding Sources
- ●Examples
Source Topic
Budget Focuses on Macro Stability, Medium-Term Growth, and Investment
EconomyUPSC Relevance
Frequently Asked Questions
121. What is Capex and what are its key provisions?
Capex, or Capital Expenditure, refers to funds used by a company or government to acquire, upgrade, and maintain physical assets. Key provisions include spending on infrastructure projects, increasing productive capacity, creating employment opportunities, attracting private investment, and leading to long-term economic growth.
- •Spending on infrastructure projects like roads, railways, ports, and power plants.
- •Increases productive capacity of the economy.
- •Creates employment opportunities.
- •Attracts private investment.
- •Leads to long-term economic growth.
Exam Tip
Remember the five key provisions as they form the basis for many UPSC questions on economic growth and infrastructure.
