Question

Consider Kerala's high digital literacy and penetration. Which of the following is a common issue faced by telecom providers in the state due to its unique geography?

• A. Increased competition from local cable operators hindering broadband expansion.
• B. High cost of spectrum allocation and licensing fees impacting service affordability.
• C. Difficulty in managing large volumes of data traffic due to rapid urbanization.
• D. Challenges in tower deployment and network coverage in high-range/hilly districts.

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Challenges in tower deployment and network coverage in high-range/hilly districts.

• Kerala's distinct geographical features, especially the Western Ghats covering parts of the state, pose significant engineering and Right of Way challenges for deploying mobile towers and maintaining consistent, high-quality network coverage in the hilly/high-range districts.