Question 1

Which mode of transportation reduces trans-shipment losses and delays in India?

Accepted Answer

Pipelines are used for transporting crude oil, petroleum products and natural gas. They rule out trans-shipment losses or delays.

Question 2

Which of the following states is connected by the National Waterway No. 1?

Accepted Answer

National Waterway No. 1 is between Allahabad and Haldia on the Ganga-Bhagirathi-Hooghly river system, connecting Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.

Question 3

What is the premier luxury train service in India that connects various tourist destinations?

Accepted Answer

Palace on Wheels is one of the premier luxury tourist trains in India designed to promote tourism in Rajasthan and other parts.

Question 4

Which organization constructs and maintains border roads in India?

Accepted Answer

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) constructs and maintains roads in the bordering areas of the country.

Question 5

The Grand Trunk Road refers to which National Highway in India?

Accepted Answer

National Highway No. 1 (together with NH 2) is historical and known as the Grand Trunk Road, running between Delhi and Amritsar.

Geography: Lifelines of National Economy