Question

Study the sketch map given below and answer the questions that follow.

1. Name the National Highways Development Project which connects the four cities marked on the map.
2. Give any three reasons to justify that such transport projects strengthen the industrial economy of India.

Answer 1

1. Golden Quadrilateral Super Highways Project.
2. The following arguments support the idea that such transport initiatives boost India's industrial economy:
   1. Enhanced Connectivity: By connecting important industrial, agricultural, and cultural hubs, the Golden Quadrilateral project expedites and streamlines the flow of goods and services throughout the nation, cutting down on expenses and transit times.
   2. Increased Trade: It encourages the expansion of both domestic and international trade, increasing economic activity and investments, by facilitating better access to ports and major cities.
   3. Industrial Growth: India's industrial economy is strengthened as a result of the improved infrastructure, which stimulates the growth of new industries along the corridor and fosters regional development and job possibilities.