Question

Explain the reasons for the low density of metalled roads in the Himalayan regions of India.

Answer 1

The reasons for the low density of metalled roads in the Himalayan regions of India are as follows:

1. The nature of difficult terrain makes the construction of roads difficult.
2. Construction of metalled roads becomes comparatively costly on hilly terrains.
3. The level of economic development is low.
4. The Himalayas also form the border region. Most of the roads are constructed by the Border Roads Organisation.