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Social Science
Contemporary India
Lifelines of National Economy
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Question Bank - Lifelines of N...

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Question Bank: Lifelines of National Economy

This chapter explores the essential roles of transport and communication in supporting India’s economy and facilitating trade.

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Question Bank - Lifelines of National Economy

Q1.

What are the commodities imported to India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001380
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Q2.

How has India emerged as a software giant at the international level?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001381
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Q3.

How has tourism in India grown over the last three decades?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001382
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Q4.

How many people are directly engaged in the tourism industry in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001383
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Q5.

What are the different types of tourism that foreign tourists visit India for?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001384
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Q6.

What is the potential for development of tourism in all parts of India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001385
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Q7.

How can tourism promote national integration?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001386
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Q8.

How can tourism support local handicrafts and cultural pursuits?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001387
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Q9.

How can tourism help in the development of international understanding about Indian culture and heritage?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001388
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Q10.

What are the important tourist places in your State/UT?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001389
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Q11.

How are these tourist places connected with other parts of the country by railways/roadways/airways?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001390
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Q12.

What type of tourism may be developed in your State/UT and why?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001391
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Q13.

Which areas in your State/UT are more attractive for the development of tourism and why?

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Q-00001392
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Q14.

How can tourism be helpful for the economic development of a region adopting a sustainable development approach?

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Q-00001393
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Q15.

Which extreme locations are connected by the east-west corridor?

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Q-00001394
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Q16.

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

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Q-00001395
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Q17.

Which state is not connected with the H.V.J. pipeline?

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Q-00001396
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Q18.

Which port is the deepest land-locked and well-protected port along the east coast?

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Q-00001397
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Q19.

What is the most important mode of transportation in India?

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Q-00001398
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Q20.

What term is used to describe trade between two or more countries?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001399
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Q21.

State three merits of roadways.

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Q-00001400
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Q22.

Where and why is rail transport the most convenient means of transportation?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00001401
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Q23.

What is the significance of border roads?

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Q-00001402
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Q24.

What is meant by trade? What is the difference between international and local trade?

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Q-00001403
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Q25.

Why are the means of transportation and communication called the lifelines of a nation and its economy?

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Q-00001404
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Q26.

What are the commodities imported to India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002869
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Q27.

How has India emerged as a software giant at the international level?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002870
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Q28.

How has tourism in India grown over the last three decades?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002871
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Q29.

How many people are directly engaged in the tourism industry in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002872
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Q30.

What are the different types of tourism that foreign tourists visit India for?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002873
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Q31.

What is the potential for development of tourism in all parts of India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002874
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Q32.

How can tourism promote national integration?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002875
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Q33.

How can tourism support local handicrafts and cultural pursuits?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002876
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Q34.

How can tourism help in the development of international understanding about Indian culture and heritage?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002877
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Q35.

What are the important tourist places in your State/UT?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002878
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Q36.

How are these tourist places connected with other parts of the country by railways/roadways/airways?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002879
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Q37.

What type of tourism may be developed in your State/UT and why?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002880
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Q38.

Which areas in your State/UT are more attractive for the development of tourism and why?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002881
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Q39.

How can tourism be helpful for the economic development of a region adopting a sustainable development approach?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002882
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Q40.

Which extreme locations are connected by the east-west corridor?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002883
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Q41.

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

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002884
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Q42.

Which state is not connected with the H.V.J. pipeline?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002885
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Q43.

Which port is the deepest land-locked and well-protected port along the east coast?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002886
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Q44.

What is the most important mode of transportation in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002887
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Q45.

What term is used to describe trade between two or more countries?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002888
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Q46.

State three merits of roadways.

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002889
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Q47.

Where and why is rail transport the most convenient means of transportation?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002890
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Q48.

What is the significance of border roads?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002891
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Q49.

What is meant by trade? What is the difference between international and local trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00002892
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Q50.

Why are the means of transportation and communication called the lifelines of a nation and its economy?

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Q-00002893
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Q51.

Which of the following is a primary mode of transport in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014302
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Q52.

What is the main advantage of road transport over rail transport?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014303
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Q53.

What type of road mainly connects district headquarters to other places?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014304
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Q54.

What is the primary purpose of the Golden Quadrilateral Super Highways?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014305
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Q55.

Which of the following classifications applies to roads made of cement and concrete?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014306
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Q56.

Which mode of transport is best suited for heavy cargo over long distances?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014307
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Q57.

What affects the distribution pattern of the railway network in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014308
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Q58.

Why are border roads significant in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014309
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Q59.

Which corridor connects Silchar in Assam to Porbandar in Gujarat?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014310
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Q60.

Railways are considered an integrating force in India for which reason?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014311
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Q61.

Which of the following is a major disadvantage of road transport compared to rail transport?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014312
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Q62.

Which organization is responsible for the development of border roads in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014313
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Q63.

What is one of the characteristics of metalled roads?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014314
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Q64.

Which transport mode is best for rapid international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014315
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Q65.

Which factor is least likely to influence the placement of railway lines?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014316
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Q66.

How do roads serve as feeders to other transport modes?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014317
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Q67.

What can be a potential drawback of reliance on road transport?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014318
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Q68.

What is the primary function of transport in a national economy?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014319
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Q69.

Which type of transport is most suitable for moving bulky goods?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014320
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Q70.

Which mode of transport is often referred to as 'lifelines of the nation'?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014321
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Q71.

What advantage do roadways have over railways in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014322
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Q72.

What is the primary role of communication in trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014323
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Q73.

Which mode of communication is most prevalent in India for reaching a large audience?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014324
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Q74.

Which technological advancement has significantly improved long-distance communication?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014325
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Q75.

What characteristic does the Indian postal service have?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014326
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Q76.

How does mass communication differ from personal communication?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014327
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Q77.

Which of the following is an effective means of communication for information dissemination in rural areas?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014328
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Q78.

What system is designed to enhance air connectivity in remote areas of India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014329
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Q79.

Which communication technology allows for simultaneous voice conversations?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014330
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Q80.

In which form of communication do newspapers primarily fall?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014331
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Q81.

Why is the Indian postal service significant beyond mail delivery?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014332
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Q82.

Which of the following best describes ‘international trade’?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014333
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Q83.

What is a primary function of communication in facilitating trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014334
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Q84.

Why are efficient communication systems critical for economic growth?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014335
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Q85.

A significant challenge in communication for trade is:

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014336
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Q86.

What would be a likely outcome of poor communication in a trading environment?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014337
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Q87.

What term is used for the trade that occurs between two or more countries?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014338
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Q88.

When a country exports more than it imports, it is said to have a:

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014339
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Q89.

Which of the following is a component of international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014340
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Q90.

What is the role of balance of trade in a country's economy?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014341
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Q91.

Which statement best describes international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014342
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Q92.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014343
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Q93.

What are 'exports'?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014344
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Q94.

Which region is known for significant gem and jewelry exports from India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014345
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Q95.

Which type of trade focuses on the exchange of services rather than goods?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014346
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Q96.

What does the term 'import' refer to?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014347
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Q97.

Which of the following strategies is likely to improve a country's international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014348
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Q98.

What factor can impact a country's export capabilities?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014349
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Q99.

Which form of transport is considered most efficient for international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014350
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Q100.

What is a common misconception about international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014351
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Q101.

What is a trade barrier?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014352
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Q102.

How can tourism contribute to a country’s economy?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014353
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Q103.

Which term describes the total value of a country's exports minus its imports?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014354
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Q104.

What is the primary benefit of an efficient transport system in an economy?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014370
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Q105.

Which region of India has benefitted from the construction of border roads?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014371
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Q106.

Which mode of transport is considered the cheapest for heavy goods?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014372
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Q107.

Which of the following is a feature of the Golden Quadrilateral project?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014373
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Q108.

Which factor has least influenced the distribution pattern of railway networks in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014374
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Q109.

What is the main purpose of the UDAN scheme?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014375
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Q110.

How does international trade benefit a nation's economy?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014376
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Q111.

What distinguishes metalled roads from unmetalled roads?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014377
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Q112.

What is the significance of the Indian postal network?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014378
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Q113.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the railway system in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014379
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Q114.

What challenges does the rail transport face in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014380
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Q115.

Which aspect does NOT contribute to the complementarity of transport and communication systems?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014381
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Q116.

What role do waterways play in India's trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014382
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Q117.

What is a favorable balance of trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014383
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Q118.

Which state is known for its prominent inland waterways?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014384
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Q119.

How does the development of the Konkan railway impact regional trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014385
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Q120.

What enhances the socio-economic development of India through transport systems?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014386
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Q121.

Which of the following is considered the most important mode of transport in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044412
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Q122.

What is the primary advantage of road transport over rail transport?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044413
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Q123.

The Golden Quadrilateral Super Highways project connects which major cities?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044414
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Q124.

Which type of road connects district headquarters to other places in the district?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044415
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Q125.

Why are waterways considered an economical means of transport?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044416
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Q126.

Which corridor connects Srinagar to Kanniyakumari?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044417
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Q127.

What type of roads can go out of use in rainy seasons?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044418
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Q128.

Which mode of transportation is least affected by weather conditions?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044419
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Q129.

The Indian Railways was first established in what year?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044420
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Q130.

Which road classification is primarily intended for rural connectivity?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044421
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Q131.

What is the primary mode of transport that facilitates the movement of goods and services?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044422
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Q132.

Which of the following statements is true regarding the advantages of road transport?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044423
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Q133.

Which infrastructure is crucial for local, national, and global trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044424
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Q134.

Which organization is responsible for constructing and maintaining Border Roads?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044425
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Q135.

How does road transport differ from railway transport?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044426
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Q136.

What factor does NOT influence the distribution of railways in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044427
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Q137.

What do we call trade that occurs between two different nations?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044428
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Q138.

What is the longest highway tunnel in India called?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044429
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Q139.

Why are pipelines considered an efficient mode of transportation?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044430
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Q140.

What is the primary role of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044431
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Q141.

Which of the following is not a reason for the growing importance of road transport?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044432
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Q142.

Which project aims to enhance road connectivity between major cities in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044433
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Q143.

Which of the following is a major national waterway in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044434
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Q144.

Which type of communication is associated with newspapers and television?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044435
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Q145.

What is URBAN connectivity scheme in air transport known as?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044436
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Q146.

Which aspect of transport contributes significantly to India's socio-economic progress?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044437
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Q147.

How has technology affected trade and transport in recent years?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044438
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Q148.

Which of the following is a challenge faced by rail transport?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044439
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Q149.

What is the role of traders in the transport system?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044440
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Q150.

What are 'other roads' primarily designed for in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044441
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Q151.

Which of the following is considered the largest terrestrial network in the world?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044442
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Q152.

What is the purpose of the UDAN scheme in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044443
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Q153.

Which communication medium has the largest number of newspapers published annually in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044444
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Q154.

The balance of trade reflects which of the following?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044445
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Q155.

Which mode of transport is considered the fastest?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044446
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Q156.

Which of the following ports is primarily an inland riverine port?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044447
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Q157.

What are the three domains through which transportation occurs?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044448
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Q158.

Which of the following best describes mass communication?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044449
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Q159.

Which factor is not a part of the Indian transport system?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044450
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Q160.

What is primarily needed for effective trade and communication?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044451
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Q161.

The primary purpose of the Indian Postal Service is to:

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044452
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Q162.

What does the term 'international trade' refer to?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044453
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Q163.

Which is not a key function of communication?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044454
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Q164.

Which of the following is a software utilized in modern communication?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044455
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Q165.

Which mode of transport is not majorly influenced by geographical barriers?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044456
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Q166.

The key component that enhances the reach of communications in rural India is:

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044457
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Q167.

What type of trade occurs between two or more countries?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044458
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Q168.

Which of the following is NOT a component of trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044459
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Q169.

What happens when exports exceed imports?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044460
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Q170.

Which mode of transport is essential for international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044461
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Q171.

What is the primary purpose of international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044462
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Q172.

Which of the following is considered an export from India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044463
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Q173.

Which term refers to the excess of imports over exports?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044464
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Q174.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044465
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Q175.

What does balance of trade measure?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044466
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Q176.

Which organization primarily monitors international trade statistics?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044467
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Q177.

Which of the following commodities is mainly imported to India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044468
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Q178.

What role does tourism play in international trade?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044469
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Q179.

Which is a major reason for establishing free trade agreements?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044470
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Q180.

Why is the balance of trade significant for a country?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044471
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Q181.

How can international trade contribute to a country's economic development?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044472
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Q182.

What mode of transport connects remote areas efficiently, often utilized for petroleum products?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044489
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Q183.

What is the primary benefit of road transport in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044490
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Q184.

Why are national highways significant in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044491
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Q185.

Which of the following factors does NOT influence the railway network distribution in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044492
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Q186.

What characterizes the Golden Quadrilateral project in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044493
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Q187.

What is a significant advantage of water transport?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044494
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Q188.

Which is NOT a major port in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044495
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Q189.

How has technology affected trade and transport in recent times?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044496
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Q190.

What impact do pipelines have on transportation?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044497
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Q191.

What role does communication play in transport efficiency?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044498
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Q192.

In terms of connectivity, how do airways compare to railways?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044499
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Q193.

The Indian Urdu film industry is primarily associated with which communication medium?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044500
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Q194.

What term describes trade between different countries?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044501
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Q195.

What is a major factor for the success of air travel?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044502
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Q196.

Which communication network is considered the largest in India?

Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044503
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Q197.

What is one main drawback of rail transport?

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Q-00044504
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